Cinnamomum verum
Cinnamomum verum
Native to Sri Lanka, Cinnomomum verum, is a small, slow growth evergreen tree, which is now grown across the world. The spice is obtained from the inner bark of the tree and used for culinary and aromatherapy use.
Its botanical name is derived from the Hebraic and Arabic term amomon, meaning ‘fragrant spice plant’.
Traditionally:
Since ancient times, this spice has been used for a variety of purposes including in food preparations. It was valued as a precious commodity and was so highly prized that it was regarded a gift fit for monarchs. It is believed that its source was kept secret in the Mediterranean world by those in the spice trade to protect their monopoly as suppliers.
Cinnamomum verum
Native to Sri Lanka, Cinnomomum verum, is a small, slow growth evergreen tree, which is now grown across the world. The spice is obtained from the inner bark of the tree and used for culinary and aromatherapy use.
Its botanical name is derived from the Hebraic and Arabic term amomon, meaning ‘fragrant spice plant’.
Traditionally:
Since ancient times, this spice has been used for a variety of purposes including in food preparations. It was valued as a precious commodity and was so highly prized that it was regarded a gift fit for monarchs. It is believed that its source was kept secret in the Mediterranean world by those in the spice trade to protect their monopoly as suppliers.
