Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
mekongense
ID:
1072231

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) Kosterm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 9: 93 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001071569

Common Names

  • Mekong Cassia
  • Mekong Cinnamon
  • Mekong Cinnamomum

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Description

Neocinnamomum mekongense (also called Mekong cassia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lauraceae family. It is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neocinnamomum mekongense is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neocinnamomum mekongense is yellow and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and has a black color. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neocinnamomum mekongense is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Neocinnamomum mekongense

Neocinnamomum mekongense is native to Southeast Asia, including parts of India, China, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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 tro-17804998: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.