Cinnamodendron dinisii
Cinnamodendron diniasi, commonly known as the Dinisii cinnamon, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to subtropical forests. Renowned for its aromatic bark and leaves, it contains bioactive compounds with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This species holds significant ethnobotanical value, offering promising potential for modern pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Cinnamodendron dinisii
- Family: Canellaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Canellales and the family Canellaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Cinnamodendron.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Canellales | WCVP |
| Family | Canellaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cinnamodendron | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Cinnamodendron diniisi, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to as 榥樨 (pāo xī), while in English, it is commonly called Dini cinnamon.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range within the South American continent. Its presence is documented in the southeastern region of Brazil. Furthermore, it can also be found throughout the southern parts of the country. This distribution pattern indicates that the species is native to these particular Brazilian territories. Consequently, its ecological niche is concentrated within these two distinct southern areas.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |