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Cassia

Cassia

Latin Name: Cinnamomum cassia
Description of Appearance: Cassia is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree with aromatic bark and leaves. It produces clusters of white or pale yellow flowers and oval-shaped fruits.
Common Names:
  • Cassia
  • Cinnamon Cassia
  • Chinese Cinnamon

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Regulating blood sugar levels

Active Ingredients: Polyphenols, proanthocyanidins
Part Of Plant Used: Bark
Preperation Method: Often used in powdered form or extracts

Anti-inflammatory effects

Active Ingredients: Cinnamic acid, cinnamaldehyde
Part Of Plant Used: Bark
Preperation Method: Can be used in poultices or as a supplement

Improving blood circulation

Active Ingredients: Cinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate, cinnamyl alcohol
Part Of Plant Used: Bark
Preperation Method: Can be used in teas or extracts

Antibacterial properties

Active Ingredients: Cinnamaldehyde, eugenol
Part Of Plant Used: Bark, leaves
Preperation Method: Can be used topically or in mouthwashes

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Polyphenols

Description Polyphenols are a group of antioxidants that are naturally found in plants. They are known for their potential health benefits.

Cinnamic acid

Description Cinnamic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound with a characteristic sweet, honey-like odor. It is commonly found in plants and is known for its antioxidant properties.

Cinnamaldehyde

Description Cinnamaldehyde is a natural organic compound that is responsible for the sweet, warm aroma of cinnamon. It is found in the bark of cinnamon trees.

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Cinnamon Bark
Latin Name: Cinnamomum verum
Description of Appearance: Cinnamomum verum is a small evergreen tree with aromatic bark and leaves.
Common Names:
  • Cinnamon Bark

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Perilla
Latin Name: Perilla frutescens
Description of Appearance: Perilla frutescens is a herbaceous plant that is part of the mint family. It has green leaves with serrated edges and a strong aromatic scent.
Common Names:
  • Perilla
  • Shiso
  • Beefsteak plant
  • Purple mint