Cinnamomum pachypodum
(Nees) Kosterm.
Lauraceae
Cinnamomum arsenei (C.K.Allen) Kosterm.
Cinnamomum ehrenbergii (Mez) Kosterm.
Oreodaphne benthamiana Nees
Persea hartwegii (Meisn.) Hemsl.
Persea pachypoda Nees
Phoebe arsenei C.K.Allen
Phoebe benthamiana (Nees) Mez
Phoebe hartwegii Meisn.
Phoebe pachypoda (Nees) Mez
Common Name:
General Information
Cinnamomum pachypodum is a shrub or a tree that usually grows from 2 - 10 metres tall, occasionally to 15 metres[
754- Title
- A Systematic Revision of the Neotropical Species of Cinnamomum Schaeffer (Lauraceae)
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorea-Hemandez F.G.
- Website
- http://www.biodiversitylibrary.org
- Publisher
-
- Year
- 1996
- ISBN
-
- Description
- A thesis, written when studying for the degree of Doctor of Phylosophy, it is a monograph of the genus Cinnamomum in tropical America. It can be downloaded from the Internet.
].
The plant is possibly harvested from the wild for local use as a food.
Known Hazards
None known
Botanical References
754- Title
- A Systematic Revision of the Neotropical Species of Cinnamomum Schaeffer (Lauraceae)
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorea-Hemandez F.G.
- Website
- http://www.biodiversitylibrary.org
- Publisher
-
- Year
- 1996
- ISBN
-
- Description
- A thesis, written when studying for the degree of Doctor of Phylosophy, it is a monograph of the genus Cinnamomum in tropical America. It can be downloaded from the Internet.
Range
C. America - southern Mexico.
Habitat
Rather dry areas with pine forest, oak forest, and tropical deciduous forest, at elevations from 1,100 - 2,000 metres. Also at lower elevations in wetter places adjacent to its usual habitat, in creeks or protected slopes with oak-pine mixed forest[
754- Title
- A Systematic Revision of the Neotropical Species of Cinnamomum Schaeffer (Lauraceae)
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorea-Hemandez F.G.
- Website
- http://www.biodiversitylibrary.org
- Publisher
-
- Year
- 1996
- ISBN
-
- Description
- A thesis, written when studying for the degree of Doctor of Phylosophy, it is a monograph of the genus Cinnamomum in tropical America. It can be downloaded from the Internet.
].
Properties
| Edibility Rating |  |
| Habit | Tree |
| Height | 8.00 m |
| Pollinators | Insects |
| Cultivation Status | Wild |
Cultivation Details
Species in this genus generally prefer an acidic soil with ample moisture in the growing season and a position with some shade[
1212- Title
- New Trees
- Publication
-
- Author
- Grimshaw J.; Bayton R.; Wilks H.
- Publisher
- Kew Publishing; London
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 1842461737
- Description
- Provides comprehensive botanical descriptions and horticultural commentary on over 800 tree species that have been introduced to cultivation in recent decades.
].
Species in this genus are generally able to resprout from basal wood if the top is damaged, and will soon recover from any damage[
1212- Title
- New Trees
- Publication
-
- Author
- Grimshaw J.; Bayton R.; Wilks H.
- Publisher
- Kew Publishing; London
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 1842461737
- Description
- Provides comprehensive botanical descriptions and horticultural commentary on over 800 tree species that have been introduced to cultivation in recent decades.
].
Edible Uses
Fruit - said to be edible[
411- Title
- Trees and Shrubs of Mexico
- Publication
- Contributions from the United States National Herbarium Vol 23
- Author
- Standley P.C.
- Publisher
- Smithsonian Institution; Washington
- Year
- 1926
- ISBN
-
- Description
- Although dated, it contains a wealth of information on the trees and shrubs of Mexico, including many of their uses. It can be downloaded from the Internet.
]. The reddish, elipsoid fruit is 10 - 15mm long and 8 - 12mm wide[
754- Title
- A Systematic Revision of the Neotropical Species of Cinnamomum Schaeffer (Lauraceae)
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorea-Hemandez F.G.
- Website
- http://www.biodiversitylibrary.org
- Publisher
-
- Year
- 1996
- ISBN
-
- Description
- A thesis, written when studying for the degree of Doctor of Phylosophy, it is a monograph of the genus Cinnamomum in tropical America. It can be downloaded from the Internet.
].
Medicinal
We have no specific information for this species, but species in this genus are generally rich in essential oils with proven medicinal virtues. Species are often very similar and not always easily distinguished from each other. Many Cinnamomum species are likely to be used, particularly for treating disorders of the gastro-intestinal tract[
K- Title
- Plants for a Future
- Author
- Ken Fern
- Description
- Notes from observations, tasting etc at Plants For A Future and on field trips.
].
Other Uses
None known
Propagation
Seed - the seed of species in this genus generally has a short viability and is best sown as soon in containers as it is ripe[
200- Title
- The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Huxley. A.
- Publisher
- MacMillan Press
- Year
- 1992
- ISBN
- 0-333-47494-5
- Description
- Excellent and very comprehensive, though it contains a number of silly mistakes. Readable yet also very detailed.
]. Remove the fruit pulp since this can inhibit germination[
200- Title
- The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Huxley. A.
- Publisher
- MacMillan Press
- Year
- 1992
- ISBN
- 0-333-47494-5
- Description
- Excellent and very comprehensive, though it contains a number of silly mistakes. Readable yet also very detailed.
]. Soaking the seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water hastens germination[
303- Title
- World Agroforesty Centre
- Publication
-
- Author
-
- Website
- http://www.worldagroforestry.org/
- Publisher
-
- Year
- 0
- ISBN
-
- Description
- An excellent online database of a huge range of trees giving very good information on each plant - its uses, ecology, identity, propagation, pests etc.
], which can take 1 - 6 months at 20°c[
164- Title
- Growing from Seed. Volume 4.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Bird. R. (Editor)
- Publisher
- Thompson and Morgan.
- Year
- 1990
- ISBN
- -
- Description
- Very readable magazine with lots of information on propagation. A good article on Yuccas, one on Sagebrush (Artemesia spp) and another on Chaerophyllum bulbosum.
]. The germination rate of fresh seed is about 50%, falling to 25% for seed 6 months old, and zero for those 1 year old[
303- Title
- World Agroforesty Centre
- Publication
-
- Author
-
- Website
- http://www.worldagroforestry.org/
- Publisher
-
- Year
- 0
- ISBN
-
- Description
- An excellent online database of a huge range of trees giving very good information on each plant - its uses, ecology, identity, propagation, pests etc.
]. Stored seed should be sown as soon as possible in containers[
78- Title
- Propagation of Trees, Shrubs and Conifers.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Sheat. W. G.
- Publisher
- MacMillan and Co
- Year
- 1948
- ISBN
- -
- Description
- A bit dated but a good book on propagation techniques with specific details for a wide range of plants.
]. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out into their permanent positions when 10cm or more tall.
Cuttings of semi-ripe side shoots, 7cm with a heel, in a frame with bottom heat[
78- Title
- Propagation of Trees, Shrubs and Conifers.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Sheat. W. G.
- Publisher
- MacMillan and Co
- Year
- 1948
- ISBN
- -
- Description
- A bit dated but a good book on propagation techniques with specific details for a wide range of plants.
].
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with help from
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