NIH MeSH · D002935Organisms
Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Also known asCinnamomum verum · Cinnamon · Cinnamons
Definition
The tree which is known for its bark which is sold as cinnamon. The oil contains about 65-80% cinnamaldehyde and 10% EUGENOL and many TERPENES.
MeSH classification
- B01.875.800.575.912.250.595.400.149.500
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What does Cinnamomum zeylanicum mean in medicine?
The tree which is known for its bark which is sold as cinnamon. The oil contains about 65-80% cinnamaldehyde and 10% EUGENOL and many TERPENES. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Cinnamomum zeylanicum known by any other names?
Yes. Cinnamomum zeylanicum is also referred to as Cinnamomum verum, Cinnamon, Cinnamons in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Cinnamomum zeylanicum sit in the medical classification?
Cinnamomum zeylanicum falls under the broader medical category "Organisms" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: B01.875.800.575.912.250.595.400.149.500). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D002935) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗