Botanical Name: Cinnamon zeylanicum
Syn. Cinnamomum verum
Origin: Originally Ceylon. Now cultivated in other tropical countries such as India, Mauritius and the Seychelles.
Fragrance: Warm, sweet, spicy.
Therapeutic Properties: Antibiotic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astingent, digestive, hemostatic, orexigenic, parasticide, refrigerant, spasmolytic, stimulant, stomachic.
Uses:
It has been used for thousands of years for a variety of complaints including colds, flu, digestive and menstrual problems, rheumatism, kidney troubles, and as a general stimulant.
Blends Well With: Clove, Ylang Ylang, Orange, Mandarin, Lemon, Grapefruit, Benzoin, Frankincense, Geranium, Lemongrass, Marjoram and Patchouli.
Cautions: Cinnamon needs to be well diluted in a base oil before application. Do not use undiluted on the skin as it could cause irritation. Not to be used in pregnancy or in children under 18.