Question: Cinnamon belongs to which plant family?
Options:
1. Lauraceae
2. Zingiberaceae
3. Piperaceae
4. Rutaceae
✅Explanation:
Cinnamon is a spice derived from the inner bark of trees belonging to the genus Cinnamomum, which is a part of the Lauraceae family. This family is also known as the laurel family and includes other aromatic plants like bay leaves and avocado trees.
Cinnamon is a spice derived from the inner bark of trees belonging to the genus Cinnamomum, which is a part of the Lauraceae family. This family is also known as the laurel family and includes other aromatic plants like bay leaves and avocado trees.
📌Other Options Explanations:
(b) Zingiberaceae: This family is known as the ginger family and includes plants like ginger, turmeric, and cardamom.
(c) Piperaceae: This family is known as the pepper family and includes black pepper, white pepper, and long pepper.
(d) Rutaceae: This family is known as the citrus family and includes oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits.