Status:
valid
Authors:
F.M.Bailey
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Queensl. Fl. 4: 1309 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605359
Common Names
- Propinquum Cinnamon
- Ceylon Cinnamon
- Chinese Cinnamon
Description
Cinnamomum propinquum (also called Chinese cinnamon, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a straight trunk and a dense, spreading crown. The leaves are lanceolate, glossy green, and aromatic. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cinnamomum propinquum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and constipation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cinnamomum propinquum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cinnamomum propinquum is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a sheltered, sunny spot. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation is done by seed or by taking cuttings from mature plants.
Where to Find Cinnamomum propinquum
Cinnamomum propinquum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cinnamomum propinquum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum propinquum?
Cinnamomum propinquum
What type of plant is Cinnamomum propinquum?
Cinnamomum propinquum is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Lauraceae.
Where is Cinnamomum propinquum found?
Cinnamomum propinquum is native to China.
Species in the Cinnamomum genus
Cinnamomum bhamoensis,
Cinnamomum bhaskarii,
Cinnamomum bishnupadae,
Cinnamomum blandfordii,
Cinnamomum champokianum,
Cinnamomum lohitensis,
Cinnamomum sanjappae,
Cinnamomum suvrae,
Cinnamomum alibertii,
Cinnamomum altissimum,
Cinnamomum anacardium,
Cinnamomum andersonii,
Cinnamomum angustifolium,
Cinnamomum angustitepalum,
Cinnamomum appelianum,
Cinnamomum archboldianum,
Cinnamomum arfakense,
Cinnamomum assamicum,
Cinnamomum aubletii,
Cinnamomum aureofulvum,
Cinnamomum austro-sinensis,
Cinnamomum austro-yunnanense,
Cinnamomum baileyanum,
Cinnamomum balansae,
Cinnamomum bamoense,
Cinnamomum beccarii,
Cinnamomum bejolghota,
Cinnamomum birmanicum,
Cinnamomum blumei,
Cinnamomum bodinieri,
Cinnamomum bonii,
Cinnamomum brachythyrsum,
Cinnamomum bractifoliaceum,
Cinnamomum burmanni,
Cinnamomum calciphilum,
Cinnamomum calleryi,
Cinnamomum cambodianum,
Cinnamomum camphora,
Cinnamomum capparu-coronde,
Cinnamomum carrierii,
Cinnamomum caryophyllus,
Cinnamomum cebuense,
Cinnamomum celebicum,
Cinnamomum chantinii,
Cinnamomum chartophyllum,
Cinnamomum chemungianum,
Cinnamomum citriodorum,
Cinnamomum clemensii,
Cinnamomum contractum,
Cinnamomum cordatum,
Species in the Lauraceae family
Actinodaphne acuminata,
Actinodaphne albifrons,
Actinodaphne amabilis,
Actinodaphne ambigua,
Actinodaphne archboldiana,
Actinodaphne areolata,
Actinodaphne bicolor,
Actinodaphne borneensis,
Actinodaphne bourdillonii,
Actinodaphne bourneae,
Actinodaphne brassii,
Actinodaphne caesia,
Actinodaphne campanulata,
Actinodaphne candolleana,
Actinodaphne celebica,
Actinodaphne cinerea,
Actinodaphne concinna,
Actinodaphne concolor,
Actinodaphne corymbosa,
Actinodaphne crassa,
Actinodaphne cupularis,
Actinodaphne diversifolia,
Actinodaphne dolichophylla,
Actinodaphne elegans,
Actinodaphne ellipticibacca,
Actinodaphne engleriana,
Actinodaphne ferruginea,
Actinodaphne forrestii,
Actinodaphne fragilis,
Actinodaphne fuliginosa,
Actinodaphne furfuracea,
Actinodaphne glabra,
Actinodaphne glauca,
Actinodaphne glaucina,
Actinodaphne glomerata,
Actinodaphne gracilis,
Actinodaphne henryi,
Actinodaphne hirsuta,
Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla,
Actinodaphne javanica,
Actinodaphne johorensis,
Actinodaphne kinabaluensis,
Actinodaphne koshepangii,
Actinodaphne kostermansii,
Actinodaphne kweichowensis,
Actinodaphne lanata,
Actinodaphne lanceolata,
Actinodaphne latifolia,
Actinodaphne lawsonii,
Actinodaphne lecomtei,