Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Revis. Handb. Fl. Ceylon 9: 128 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605393
Common Names
- Rivulorum Cinnamon
- Ceylon Cinnamon
- Chinese Cinnamon
Description
Cinnamomum rivulorum (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 rivulorum 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 rivulorum 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 rivulorum is a tropical evergreen tree that grows in moist, shady forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Cinnamomum rivulorum
Cinnamomum rivulorum is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Cinnamomum rivulorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum rivulorum?
Cinnamomum rivulorum
What type of plant is Cinnamomum rivulorum?
Cinnamomum rivulorum is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Lauraceae.
Where is Cinnamomum rivulorum found?
Cinnamomum rivulorum 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,