Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum (cannelle) écorce
Brand: Cultivator Natural
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Common Name	Cannelle de Ceylan, Vraie Cannelle, Dalchini
Product Type	Entier
Botanical Name	Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Part Used	Aboyer
Origin	Inde

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Cinnamomum zeylanicum, or True Cinnamon, is a bushy evergreen tree from the Lauraceae family. It usually grows 10 to 15 meters tall in the wild. Its thick, leathery leaves start as bright reddish-bronze and turn dark green with clear veins as they mature. The bark is taken from the inner stems. When dried, it naturally curls into thin, brittle, tan-colored quills. These quills are known for their sweet, mild aroma and flavor, which is finer than the stronger Cassia cinnamon. This species is native to Sri Lanka, but it also grows in the Malabar Coast of India and parts of Myanmar.

In traditional medicine, Cinnamomum zeylanicum, called Dalchini in Ayurveda, is a warming herb with pungent, bitter, and sweet tastes. It is used to balance Vata and Kapha doshas. The bark helps digestion, reducing bloating, gas, and low appetite. It is also used in Ayurvedic formulas like Sitopaladi Churna and Trijataka to support respiratory health, clear congestion, and soothe sore throats.

The bark has many active compounds. The main one is trans-cinnamaldehyde, which makes up 60–80% of the essential oil and gives cinnamon its warm flavor, aroma, and antimicrobial properties. Eugenol (4–10%) adds antiseptic and soothing effects. Other compounds include linalool, cinnamic acid, cinnamyl acetate, and caryophyllene. The bark also has polyphenols like proanthocyanidins and catechins, which help with inflammation and oxidative damage. Compared to other cinnamon types, True Cinnamon has very low coumarin, making it safer for daily use.

Do not use if you have abdominal pain or diarrhea. Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications. Discontinue use if diarrhea or loose stools occur. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Not intended for long-term use.