Scientific Name :
Cinnamomum verum J. S. PreslF
Synonym :
Laurus cinnamomum L.
Camphorina cinnamomum (L.) Farw.
Common Name : Cinnamon, Dalchini, Dalchini
Plant Family : Lauraceae
Habit : Tree
Plant Description
Flowering & Fruiting : March to April
Flower Colour : Yellowish green
Description : Height: Upto 20 m
Stem: Brown, rough, cracks present vertically
Leaves: Simple, opposite, elliptical, ovate, lanceolate, 3 veined mid vein prominent, shining
Flowers: Perianth tube campanulate, 9 stamens
Inflorescence: Cymose
Fruits: Berry, dark purple
Native/ Exotic : E
Locality : TL
Distribution Range : Sri Lanka.
Uses : Bark is aromatic used as spices.
