Cinnamomum verum
Sweet Cinnamon Powder
Plant Family: Lauraceae
Enjoy the Distinctive Flavor and Health Benefits of Cinnamon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is pungent, woodsy, and slightly spicy. This traditionally popular ingredient complements many dishes and drinks. This variety is Sweet...
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Enjoy the Distinctive Flavor and Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is pungent, woodsy, and slightly spicy. This traditionally popular ingredient complements many dishes and drinks.
This variety is Sweet Cinnamon. For Cassia Cinnamon, please see our separate listing.
Known for its distinctive flavor and potential health benefits, Cinnamon is a versatile spice that enhances both sweet and savory recipes. It's a key ingredient in many spice blends and a favorite in baked goods, offering warmth and depth to a variety of culinary creations.
Know Your Ingredient: Sweet Cinnamon
| Latin Name | Cinnamomum verum |
| Active Ingredient(s) | Cinnamaldehyde, cinnamic acid, cinnamate |
| Classification of Secondary Metabolite | Polyphenol |
| Flavor | Sweet and pungent |
| Common Use | As a spice, in powder or stick form. Essential oil. |
| Origin | Tropical regions, primarily Sri Lanka and parts of India |
Botanical Profile
Plant Metabolites
Popular Uses
Commonly used in culinary and botanical preparations for flavor
warmth
and aromatic support
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