Botanical Name: Cinnamomum burmannii
Other Names: Cinnamon, cassia, cinnamon twig, cassia aromaticum and cassia bark.
Cinnamon, scientifically known as Cinnamomum verum and commonly referred to as Ceylon cinnamon, is an evergreen tree belonging to the laurel family (Lauraceae). The spice is derived from the dried inner bark of this tree and is characterized by a delicately fragrant aroma and a warm, sweet flavor.
Medicinal Uses:
- Antioxidant
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antidiabetic
- Antimicrobial
- Anticancer
- Lipid-lowering
- Cardiovascular-disease-lowering compound
