Overview
Cinnamomum aromaticum is a plant with a tree habit in the genus Cinnamomum, part of the Lauraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cinnamomum aromaticum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include specimen plant and evergreen foliage.
About
Cinnamomum aromaticum, commonly known as Chinese cinnamon or cassia, is an evergreen tree belonging to the Lauraceae family. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is suited to use as a specimen plant, valued for its evergreen foliage. It is hardy to UK zone H1a and can be propagated by semi-ripe cuttings in summer or hardwood cuttings in winter. Its seasons of interest are spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cinnamomum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Cinnamomum aromaticum size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, Evergreen foliage
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cinnamomum aromaticum
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, hardwood cuttings in winter
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cinnamomum aromaticum?
Cinnamomum aromaticum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cinnamomum aromaticum need?
Cinnamomum aromaticum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cinnamomum aromaticum hardy in the UK?
Cinnamomum aromaticum has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Cinnamomum aromaticum?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, hardwood cuttings in winter.
