Description
Use:
- Culinary: Cassia bark is used in spice blends like garam masala and five-spice powder. It flavors curries, stews, desserts, teas, and baked goods.
- Condiments: Ground cassia is used in spice mixes, syrups, and infused oils.
- Medicinal: Traditionally used for digestion, blood sugar regulation, and as a natural remedy for colds.
- Aromatherapy: Its essential oil is used for relaxation and stress relief.
Origin:
Cassia is primarily cultivated in China, Indonesia, and Vietnam. It is one of the oldest known spices, used in traditional medicines and cuisines for centuries.
Health Benefits of Cassia:
- Blood Sugar Control: Helps regulate glucose levels.
- Anti-Inflammatory: May reduce inflammation and joint pain.
- Heart Health: Supports healthy cholesterol levels.
- Antioxidant-Rich: Protects against cellular damage.
- Digestive Aid: Helps relieve bloating and indigestion.
Indian Name of Cassia:
- Hindi: दालचीनी (Dalchini)
- Tamil: பட்டை (Pattai)
- Telugu: దాల్చిన చెక్క (Dalchina Chekka)
- Kannada: ದಾಲ್ಚಿನ್ನಿ (Dalchini)
- Malayalam: കറുവപ്പട്ട (Karuvappatta)
- Bengali: দারুচিনি (Daruchini)
- Gujarati: તજ (Taj)
- Marathi: दालचिनी (Dalchini)
- Odia: ଦାଲଚିନି (Dalchini)
Foreign Name of Cassia:
- French: Cannelle de Chine
- German: Kassiarinde
- Italian: Cannella Cassia
- Spanish: Canela Cassia
- Portuguese: Canela Chinesa
- Dutch: Cassia kaneel
- Russian: Кассия (Kassiya)
- Arabic: القرفة الصينية (Al-Qirfa Al-Siniya)
- Turkish: Çin tarçını
