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Cinnamomum macrophyllum Miq. (Lauraceae): A new distributional record for the Indian mainland

DOI
https://doi.org/10.14719/pst.12777
Submitted
16 November 2025
Published
06-03-2026

Abstract

Genus Cinnamomum Schaeffer (Lauraceae) is represented by 35 species and 3 varieties in India; of which 22 taxa are endemic and 13 are exclusively confined to the Western Ghats. Cinnamomum macrophyllum Miq. a taxon of Indonesian origin was reported from the Nicobar Islands in the Indian boundaries. Present study reported the occurrence of C. macrophyllum Miq. from Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary in the Northern-Western-Ghats, a new addition to the flora of Indian mainland. Detailed morphological description and measurements were recorded using fresh plant specimens. An identification key and comparison of characters with allied species, viz., C. burmannii (Nees & T. Nees) Blume and C. verum J. Presl. is provided for the distinction between the taxa. The possible International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) conservation status and geographical distribution is provided.

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