Species:
pseudopedunculatum
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hayata
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 3: 161 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605362
Common Names
- Pseudopedunculatum Cinnamon
- Ceylon Cinnamon
- Chinese Cinnamon
Synonyms
- Cinnamomum loureiroi scrobiculatum Meisn. [unknown]
- Cinnamomum scrobiculatum (Meisn.) Nakai [unknown]
Description
Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum (also called Chinese cassia, 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 pseudopedunculatum 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 pseudopedunculatum 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 pseudopedunculatum is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain shape.
Where to Find Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum
Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum?
Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum
What type of plant is Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum?
Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Lauraceae.
Where is Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum found?
Cinnamomum pseudopedunculatum 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,