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Plant Details

Cinnamomum malabatrum (Burm. f.) Pres

Cinnamomum malabatrum is typically found in tropical and subtropical regions, often growing in moist, well-drained soils, native to parts of South Asia, including India and Sri Lanka.

  • Family: Lauraceae
  • Habit: Tree
  • Habitat: tropical
  • Status : common


Vernacular names

Kannada

  • Adavulavangapatte

Malayalam

  • Elavarung

  • Illavangam

  • Karappa

  • Karuppa

  • Kuppamaram

  • Patta

  • Shanthamaram

  • Vayana

  • Vazhana

  • Vellakodala

Other

  • Illavangam

  • Karappa

  • Vayana

Tamil

  • Kattukaruvappattai

Medicinal Uses

Cinnamomum malabatrum, or Indian bay leaf, is traditionally used for:

  1. Digestive Aid: Alleviating indigestion and bloating.

  2. Respiratory Health: Relieving coughs and congestion.

  3. Anti-Inflammatory: Reducing inflammation.

  4. Blood Sugar Regulation: Possibly aiding in blood sugar control.

  5. Antimicrobial: Combatting infections.

  6. Anti-Arthritic: Used in arthritis and joint pain.

  7. Oral Health: Freshening breath and fighting oral bacteria.

  8. Stress Relief: Aromatherapy for relaxation.

Consult a healthcare professional before use, as research is ongoing, and dosages may vary.