Cinnamomum tamala

• Botanical Name : Cinnamomum tamala (Buch.-Ham.) T.Nees & Eberm.
• Synonyms : Laurus tamala Buch.-Ham.
• Common Name : Tamalpatra, Indian Bay Leaf
• Plant Family : Lauraceae
• Plant Form : Tree
• Occurrence (Special Areas) : Ayurvedic Udyan

About Cinnamomum tamala Plant :

• Habit : A medium-sized tree.
• Leaves : Usually 4-5 inches long, very variable in breadth, rarely alternate, shining above, rarely elliptical and obtuse.
• Flower : Tiny, greenish yellow, insignificant.
• Flowering and Fruiting Time : Jan - March
• Significance :
  • Leaves are dried in the sun and are sold in market.
  • The leaves are used as spice.