Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
travancoricum
ID:
606156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 128 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605488

Common Names

  • Travancore Cinnamon
  • Travancore Cinnamomum
  • Travancore Cinnamom

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Description

Cinnamomum travancoricum (also called Indian bay leaf, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to India. It grows up to a height of 10-15 meters and has fragrant, leathery leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is used in traditional medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Cinnamomum travancoricum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cinnamomum travancoricum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum travancoricum 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 travancoricum

Cinnamomum travancoricum is native to India and is found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.

Cinnamomum travancoricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum travancoricum?

Cinnamomum travancoricum

What is the common name of Cinnamomum travancoricum?

Travancore Cinnamon

What is the natural habitat of Cinnamomum travancoricum?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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,

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