True cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum verum)
True cinnamon tree, also known as Cinnamon, Ceylon cinnamon
The true cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum verum), also known as Ceylon cinnamon, is an evergreen tree that typically reaches heights of 10-15 meters. Originating from Sri Lanka and southern India, this tree produces high-quality cinnamon, highly valued in culinary arts. The tree's small, purple fruits are consumed by birds, aiding in seed dispersal across various regions. It flowers between spring and summer, subsequently producing single-seeded fruits. In some non-native locations, it has exhibited invasive tendencies.
Key Facts About True cinnamon tree
Attributes of True cinnamon tree
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
10 m to 15 m
Spread
4.5 m to 9 m
Leaf Color
Green Bronze
Flower Size
3 mm to 6 mm
Flower Color
White Yellow Green
Scientific Classification of True cinnamon tree
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Laurales
Family
Laurel
Genus
Cinnamons
Species
True cinnamon tree