cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum aka Cinnamomum zeylanicum)

• True cinnamon is obtained from a small evergreen tree of the Lauraceae family. The tree is native to Sri Lanka.
• Cinnamon spice is obtained from the bark of this tree.
• The bark from other related trees is also used to make spice. This is sometimes sold as cinnamon too. It is less potent.

Links

• Cassia's flavour, however is less delicate than that of true Cinnamon; for this reason, Cassia is less expensive. Cassia is sometimes called "bastard Cinnamon".
• http://cassiacinnamon.com
• Cinnamon is a herb traditionally used by many ancient cultures. It is indicated for a variety of ailments including gastrointestinal problems, urinary infections, relieving symptoms of colds and flu and has remarkable anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.
• http://www.herbwisdom.com
• Steenbergs Organic Organic spices
• http://www.steenbergs.co.uk