Mazhar Botanic Garden

Cinnamomum verum J. Presl

Ceylon cinnamon tree

Family: Lauraceae
Genus: Cinnamomum
Species: verum
Sample code: EGY-MBG-000374
English name: Ceylon cinnamon tree
Arabic name: شجرة القرفة
Native: Sri Lanka
Country: Sri Lanka
(PGR): Rare

Evergreen tree to 10-15 m high leaves ovate-oblong flowers small yellowish fruit drupe, purple, 1 cm in diameter

Soil: prefer a rich, well-draining soil A sandy loam will work well Prefers a pH in the range 55 - 65, tolerating 5 – 7

Cinnamon bark oil is used in meat and fast-food seasoning, sauces and pickles, baked goods, confectionery and cola-type drinks. The leaf oil is also used as a flavouring agent for seasonings and savoury snacks. Cinnamon bark oil is employed in dental and pharmaceutical preparations.

Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume

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Texture: Loam
Fertility: High
Drainage: Well drained
Water Sources: Moderate Water
Lights: Full sun
Zone: 9
Located in: Kitchen garden SHV Fruits garden

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