Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
cinnamomeum
ID:
428515

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Novon 1: 6 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427847

Common Names

  • Williamodendron cinnamomeum
  • Cinnamon Williamodendron
  • Williamodendron cinnamomeum

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Description

Williamodendron cinnamomeum (also called cinnamon williamodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has an upright growth habit and a trunk with a diameter of up to 15 cm. It grows in tropical dry forests, in the understory of the forest, and in the shrub layer of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Williamodendron cinnamomeum is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It produces small, white flowers in the summer and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, providing privacy and protection from wind and sun.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Williamodendron cinnamomeum has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Williamodendron cinnamomeum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location and is drought-tolerant once established. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Williamodendron cinnamomeum

Williamodendron cinnamomeum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Williamodendron cinnamomeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Williamodendron cinnamomeum?

Williamodendron cinnamomeum

What is the common name of Williamodendron cinnamomeum?

Cinnamomeum Williamodendron

What is the natural habitat of Williamodendron cinnamomeum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2466403: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.