Cinnamomum tamala

Cinnamomum tamala is a tree in the Lauraceae family. It is an important part of the culinary and medicinal practices in certain regions of the world, particularly in India. The leaves of the tree are used as a spice in Indian cooking and have a flavor similar to that of cinnamon. The tree is also known by several other names, including Indian bay leaf, Indian bark, Indian cassia, and Malabar leaf.

Description

The Cinnamomum tamala tree is an evergreen tree that grows up to 20 meters in height. The leaves are ovate, glossy, and dark green in color. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small black berry. The bark of the tree is rough and dark brown.

Distribution and habitat

Cinnamomum tamala is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of these countries, in forests and on hillsides.

Uses

The leaves of the Cinnamomum tamala tree are used as a spice in Indian cooking. They are often used in the preparation of biryani, a popular Indian dish. The leaves are also used in traditional medicine in India. They are believed to have antidiabetic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.

See also

• Cinnamomum
• Indian cuisine
• Traditional medicine

References

Cinnamomum tamala Resources
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