Botanical Name: Cinnamomum verum
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: France
Description: The cinnamon tree is originated from China and Vietnam and since then has been cultivated in many other regions. It has shiny, leathery green leaves, and small, white flowers with oval shaped purple berries.
Color: Brownish yellow to dark yellow liquid.
Common Uses: Properties of Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil are: stimulant, antiseptic, antibiotic, astringent, carminative, emmenagogue, and anti-spasmodic. It is also considered to have natural insect repellent properties.
Consistency: Medium
Note: Middle
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Blends well with: Cinnamon Leaf Oil blends well with any oil from the Citrus family, other spice oils (particularly Clove), as well as Lavender, Rosemary and Thyme.
Aromatic Scent: Smell of Cinnamon Leaf Essential Oil is spicy, warm, clove - like. Customers looking for the smell of cinnamon spice should purchase Cinnamon Bark.
History: In 2700 BC medicinal use of Cinnamon Bark was first recorded in Chinese formulations. The herb has been used as a healing aid for stomach upset and gas, diarrhea, rheumatism, kidney ailments, and abdominal pain. The Egyptians used it as a foot massage, as well as a remedy for excessive bile. It was also used as an ingredient for mulled wines, love potions and a sedative during birth.
Cautions: Though non-toxic, it is capable of causing sensitivity - particularly with mucous membranes. It should also be used in proper dilution and avoided during pregnancy.