Scientific Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum

Country of Origin:  Sri Lanka

Synonyms:   C. verum, Laurus cinnamomum, Ceylon cinnamon, Seychelles cinnamon, Madagascar cinnamon, true cinnamon 

Plant Family:  Lauraceae

Plant Parts Used:  Bark

Extraction Method:  Steam Distillation

Physical Characteristics:  Clear to yellowish brown

Dominant Note(s):  Base

Aroma:  Spicy and musky

Main Constituents:  Cinnamaldehyde: 65.60%

Blends With:  Frankincense, Ylang II, Orange, Mandarin, Benzoin and Peru Balsam.

Safety Precautions:  Dermal toxin, irritant and sensitizer;  also irritant to the mucous membranes - should never be used topically