Spice guide / Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)
What is Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)?
True cinnamon — only sell under this name when the species is verified.
Short answer: Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) (Hindi: दालचीनी (true cinnamon — confirm species)) is Cinnamomum verum. Sweet, delicate, citrus-woody. Culinary use only — not a medicine.
| Common name | Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) |
|---|---|
| Hindi | दालचीनी (true cinnamon — confirm species) |
| Sanskrit | — |
| Botanical name | Cinnamomum verum |
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Origin | True cinnamon is associated with Sri Lanka; Indian listings must match the botanical lot |
| Main producing regions | Kerala |
| Flavour | Sweet, delicate, citrus-woody |
| Aroma | — |
| Forms | whole, powder |
| Retail packs | 100g–5kg (typical; see products) |
| Bulk | 10kg+ |
What is Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)?
Cinnamomum verum is true cinnamon. If the lot is cassia, list it as cassia. This entity exists so the catalogue does not blur the two.
History of Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)
Origin
True cinnamon is associated with Sri Lanka; Indian listings must match the botanical lot
Growing regions
Kerala
How it is grown
Harvest
Processing
Grades
- Standard: Admin-configured commercial grade
- Premium: Admin-configured higher visual/purity selection
- Export Grade: Only show when export specifications exist for the lot
- Machine Cleaned: Machine cleaned — confirm process for the lot
Only grades that apply to a lot should be shown at purchase. These are templates, not invented industry certificates.
Flavour, aroma and colour
Sweet, delicate, citrus-woody. . Colour: . Heat: none.
Whole vs ground
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is sold whole (or as seed/leaf) and as a ground form. Whole keeps aroma longer in a UK cupboard; grind or crush just before cooking when you can. Powder is convenient for daily dal, curry and marinades — buy a pack you will finish in a few months.
Culinary uses
- Sweets
- Tea
- Rice
Traditional uses
Recorded in culinary tradition. Traditional use is not scientific evidence of a medical effect.
SpicyCenter does not claim that spices cure, treat or prevent disease.
Storage and shelf life
Nutrition
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is a culinary seasoning. Nutrition values are pack-specific and must match the label for UK/EU sale. We do not claim that this spice treats, cures or prevents disease.
Buying guide
Retail packs typically run from 100g to 5kg. Bulk starts at 10kg. Selling prices are checkout prices. Indian market figures, when present, are indicative only.
