Ceylon Cinnamon Tree

Cinnamomumverum

Family
Lauraceae (law-RAY-see-ee)
Genus
Cinnamomum (sin-uh-MOH-mum)
Species
verum (VER-um)
Synonym
Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Other Details
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Grow outdoors year-round in hardiness zone
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Mesa, Arizona

Encinitas, California

Upland, California

Dunnellon, Florida

Kissimmee, Florida

Loxahatchee, Florida

Merritt Island, Florida

Mulberry, Florida

West Palm Beach, Florida

Harvey, Louisiana

Houston, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
3
neutrals
1
negative
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| July 2022 | positive

Planted in shade 7 years ago,,, 20 feet tall and absolutely beautiful (South Florida) ... propagating using rooting box.. 80% success ...

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Houston, TX (Zone 9a) | December 2012 | negative

One around the corner is doing well in a pot, in dappled shade, well established. Used the same soil mix and a little more sun, and the l...Read More

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Wailuku, HI (Zone 12a) | August 2011 | neutral

Somewhat picky. I had a 3-4' tall sapling in a semi-shade spot. Watering was generous, but soil very well draining. Died quickly. In ...Read More

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San Diego, CA (Zone 9b) | August 2006 | neutral

I purchased seed from tradewind fruit. The germination notes say keep soil above 75F for best results. I placed the seeds 3/4" deep In ...Read More

M
(Zone 11) | July 2004 | neutral

The bark of this tree has a very strong cinnamon scent, and is one of the most commercialized kinds of cinnamon over here.

P
Acton, CA (Zone 8b) | July 2004 | positive

Attractive smallish tree with shiny, light green leaves... new leaves pale to pinkish. Trunk smooth and whitish. Bark cinnamon flavored...Read More

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