Japanese Cinnamon (Cinnamomum yabunikkei) — identification, habitat & look-alikes | Moeyo

Japanese cinnamon is a fragrant tree native to East Asia. Its shiny leaves show three strong veins near their base.

Appearance

Growth form: This evergreen tree can reach about 49 ft (15 m).
Leaves: The shiny, leathery leaves have three strong veins and release a scent when cut.
Flowers: Small pale yellow flowers grow in clusters along new branches.
Fruit: The oval fruit turns dark as it ripens.

Where it lives

Typical habitats: warm East Asian forests
Range: It is native to southern Korea, Japan, southeastern China, and Taiwan.

Name and classification

About the name: Older references also called it Cinnamomum japonicum.

Conservation

IUCN Red List: LCLeast ConcernLow risk of extinction

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Japanese Cinnamon (Cinnamomum yabunikkei) — identification, habitat & look-alikes | Moeyo