Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
platyphyllum
ID:
606013

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) C.K.Allen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 20: 46 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605345

Common Names

  • Platyphyllum Cinnamon
  • Ceylon Cinnamon
  • Chinese Cinnamon

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Synonyms

  • Cinnamomum chengkouense N.Chao [unknown]
  • Machilus platyphylla Diels [unknown]

Description

Cinnamomum platyphyllum (also called Broad-leaved Cinnamon, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia and southern China. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are ovate-oblong and its flowers are white. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cinnamomum platyphyllum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and constipation. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cinnamomum platyphyllum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinnamomum platyphyllum is a species of evergreen tree in the family Lauraceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is cultivated for its aromatic bark and leaves, which are used in cooking and traditional medicine. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cinnamomum platyphyllum

Cinnamomum platyphyllum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cinnamomum platyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinnamomum platyphyllum?

Cinnamomum platyphyllum

What type of plant is Cinnamomum platyphyllum?

Cinnamomum platyphyllum is a species of evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Lauraceae.

Where is Cinnamomum platyphyllum found?

Cinnamomum platyphyllum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2721540: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Caroline Kathryn Allen (1904-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.K.Allen' in the authors string.