Cinnamon Tree

Latin name: Cinnamomum cassia

Native to: East and southeast Asia

Benefits: Cinnamomum cassia, also known as Chinese cinnamon or cassia, is a evergreen tree that is native to the lowlands of southern China. It has cultivated throughout Southeast Asia. 

The  bark and leaves of the cinnamon tree are very aromatic and has essential oils that are used for a variety of things such as in health products, candles, soaps, and other household items. The bark of the tree is cut into segments, dried and is used in gum because of its ability to remove bad breath with its mouth refreshing effects., as a spice in cookings, baking and other culinary practices.

Chinese cinnamon is commonly used for the help with arthritis, fevers, coughs, and digestive issues. Cinnamon is also an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic (type 2; cinnamon slowly releases carbohydrates in the body), antimicrobial, etc. It has been shown that cinnamon may help improve the health of the colic and reduce the risk of colon cancer. Cinnamon can also prevent bleeding as it is a coagulant. This spice has been known to improve good cholesterol in one's body (known as HDL).

Cinnamon is a natural aphrodisiac. When ingested or inhaled, cinnamon can increase the blood circulation in the uterus. Cinnamon can help treat erectile dysfunction in males and help impotence. Sperm production and sperm motility are then increase due to the increase in sexual desire that cinnamon can cause. This spice has also been used in treatment for infertility. 

If allergic, common allergic conditions can include: hives, nausea, difficulty swallowing. Large amounts of cinnamon supplements are not recommended for pregnant women or people with liver disease or who have had recent surgery. 

Herbal Flower Blend: Allure