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Dalchini, also known as cinnamon, is a small evergreen tree, typically reaching 6-15 meters in height, though cultivated trees are often pruned. It’s known for its aromatic bark, which is the source of the cinnamon spice. The plant features oval-shaped, smooth, leathery leaves that are dark green on top and lighter underneath.
Key characteristics:
- Evergreen tree: Dalchini trees retain their leaves year-round.
- Aromatic bark and leaves: Both the bark and leaves have a distinct, pleasant fragrance.
- Bark: The bark is thin, smooth, and light brown when young, becoming thicker and fissured with age.
- Leaves: Oval-shaped, smooth, and leathery, dark green on top and lighter underneath.
- Flowers: Small, yellowish-green flowers, arranged in clusters.
- Fruit: Small, berry-like drupes that turn dark purple to black when ripe.
- Habitat: Dalchini thrives in tropical evergreen rainforests, particularly at elevations up to 1800 meters. It prefers a hot, moist climate with an average temperature of 27°C.
- Cultivation: It’s often cultivated as a rainfed crop, with an annual rainfall of 150-250 cm considered ideal.
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