Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
balansae
ID:
605575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lecomte

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. , sér. 5, 5: 75 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604907



Common Names

  • Balansa's Cinnamon
  • Cinnamon Bark
  • Ceylon Cinnamon


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Description

Cinnamomum balansae (also called Balansa's Cinnamon, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the Lauraceae family. It is native to China, India, and Nepal, and it typically grows in forests and woodlands. It has an upright habit with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. The bark is aromatic and is used in traditional medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Cinnamomum balansae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cinnamomum balansae has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum balansae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Cinnamomum balansae

Cinnamomum balansae is native to Vietnam and can be found in subtropical and tropical forests.

Cinnamomum balansae FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Cinnamomum balansae?

Cinnamomum balansae prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

What is the optimal light for Cinnamomum balansae?

Cinnamomum balansae prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal humidity for Cinnamomum balansae?

Cinnamomum balansae prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.

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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