Cinnamomum chekiangense
Cinnamomum chekiangense, commonly known as a rare species of cinnamon, is a distinguished medicinal plant valued for its unique aromatic properties. Native to specific subtropical regions, it contains potent bioactive compounds used in traditional therapies to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and provide antioxidant benefits in natural wellness.
- Scientific name: Cinnamomum chekiangense
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Laurales and family Lauraceae, it is classified under the genus Cinnamomum. Specifically, it is identified by the species name Cinnamomum chekiaengense.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cinnamomum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Cinnamomum chekiangense, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as Chekiang cinnamon, while in Chinese, it is known as Zhejiang gui (浙江桂).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed throughout several key regions of East Asia. Within China, its presence is specifically noted in the Southeast portion of the country. Its range extends to the islands of Japan and the Korean Peninsula. Additionally, the species can be found within the Nansei-shotō island chain. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the island of Taiwan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cinnamomum chekiangenense, is a species characterized by its woody structure, where the stems play a crucial role in both its physical architecture and its medicinal potential. These stems serve as the primary conduit for transporting nutrients and water throughout the plant, while also housing the essential oils and bioactive compounds that are often harvested for therapeutic use. In many species within the Cinnamomum genus, the bark and woody tissues of the stems are the most valued components for their aromatic and pharmacological properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cinnamomum chekiangense has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |