Cinnamomum kotoense
Cinnamomum kotoense, commonly known as Koto Cinnamon, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its potent aromatic properties, it is utilized in traditional wellness practices. This species offers significant therapeutic potential, particularly through its bioactive compounds, which exhibit valuable antioxidant and antimicrobial characteristics.
- Scientific name: Cinnamomum kotoense
- 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 the family Lauraceae, it is classified under the genus Cinnamomum.
| 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 kotoense, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic context. In Simplified Chinese (zh and zh-cn), it is referred to as 兰屿肉桂, while in Traditional Chinese (zh-tw), it is written as 蘭嶼肉桂.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 兰屿肉桂 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 蘭嶼肉桂 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 兰屿肉桂 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is found exclusively within the region of Eastern Asia. Within this vast territory, its distribution is confined specifically to the island of Taiwan. Because of this restricted habitat, the species is considered an endemic plant of the area. Consequently, its natural presence is entirely dependent on the unique environmental conditions of the Taiwanese landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cinnamomum kotoense, possesses distinct morphological features across its primary structures that contribute to its botanical profile. The stem wood serves as a sturdy, structural foundation, providing the necessary support and nutrient transport systems for the tree's growth. Its leaves are typically characterized by their glossy texture and specific venation patterns, which are essential for photosynthesis and often hold key chemical properties. Together, these parts define the physical architecture and biological function of this medicinal species.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem wood | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cinnamomum kotoense has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-acetyl-5-dodecylfuran, isokotomolide A, isoobtusilactone A, kotodiol, kotolactone A.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-acetyl-5-dodecylfuran | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isokotomolide A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoobtusilactone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotodiol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotolactone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotolactone B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotomolide A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotomolide B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lincomolide B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| secokotomolide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cinnamomum kotoense has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antitubercular.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antitubercular | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |