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cinnamon

Scientific Name: Cinnamomum verum

Family: Lauraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a spice derived from the inner bark of trees belonging to the genus Cinnamomum. It is a popular ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions cinnamon oil can cause irritations.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Genus: Cinnamomum
  • Common Names: Cinnamon, Dalchini

Distribution and Habitat

The text indicates that cinnamon is derived from trees native to Sri Lanka.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Cinnamon comes from the bark of the tree.
  • The bark is removed, dried, and rolled into tubes or quills.
  • Cinnamon is sold as sticks or ground spice.

Traditional and Modern Uses

  • Historically, cinnamon has been prized for its medicinal properties and used in ancient Egypt for embalming.
  • Today, it is widely used as a spice in cooking and baking.
  • Extracts from the bark have also been traditionally used as medicine.

Quirky Facts

  • Ancient Egyptians used cinnamon in the embalming process.