Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
verum
ID:
606180

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Prir. Rostlin 2: 36 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605512

Common Names

  • True Cinnamon
  • True Cinnamomum
  • True Cinnamom

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Synonyms

  • Laurus rigida Wall. [unknown]
  • Laurus cinnamifera Stokes [unknown]
  • Laurus cinnamomea Salisb. [unknown]
  • Laurus montana Link ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Laurus culitlaban Buch.-Ham. ex Nees [unknown]
  • Laurus cinnamomum L. [unknown]
  • Persea cinnamomum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum cassia Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum cordifolium Hayne [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum foeniculaceum Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum inodorum Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum microphyllum Meisn. [unknown]
  • Camphora mauritiana Lukman. [unknown]
  • Camphorina cinnamomum (L.) Farw. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum alexii Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum antillarum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum aromaticum J.Graham [invalid]
  • Cinnamomum barthii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum bengalense Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum biafranum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum bonplandii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum boutonii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum capense Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum carolinense oblongum Kaneh. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum cayennense Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum cinnamomum (L.) H.Karst. [invalid]
  • Cinnamomum commersonii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum cordifolium Blume ex Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum decandollei Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum delessertii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum ellipticum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum erectum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum humboldtii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum iners Wight [illegitimate]
  • Cinnamomum karrouwa Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum leptopus A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum leschenaultii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum madrassicum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum maheanum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum mauritianum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum meissneri Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum ovatum Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum pallasii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum pleei Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum pourretii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum regelii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum riedelii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum roxburghii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum sieberi Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum sonneratii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum vaillantii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum variabile Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum wolkensteinii Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zollingeri Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum maheanum karrouwa Lukman. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum mathewianum Remya Kr., E.S.S.Kumar, Radhamany, Valsalad. & R.Jagad. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum subcordatum Meisn. [illegitimate]
  • Laurus cassia Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum commune Meisn. [invalid]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum vulgare Hayne [invalid]
  • Cinnamomum zeylanicum antillanum Lukman. [unknown]

Description

Cinnamomum verum (also called Ceylon cinnamon, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Sri Lanka. 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 verum 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

Cinnamomum verum has a small, yellow flower with a strong scent. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum verum 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 verum

Cinnamomum verum is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in the wet zone.

Cinnamomum verum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum verum?

Cinnamomum verum

What is the common name of Cinnamomum verum?

True cinnamon

What is the natural habitat of Cinnamomum verum?

Cinnamomum verum is native to 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,

References