Cinnamomum cassia

Cinnamomum cassia

Cinnamomum cassia is an evergreen tree native to Asia.

In its natural habitat, it typically grows to a height of 10–15 meters.

The leaves are stiff, oblong, lanceolate, and leathery, ranging from 8 to 15 cm in length. They have distinctive, clearly marked three veins running along the leaf blade. When crushed, they release a strong cinnamon scent.

The flowers are small, gathered in loose inflorescences at the ends of the shoots. They are yellowish-green in color and very fragrant, attracting pollinators.

The fruits are small, fleshy berries that turn from green to dark purple or black as they ripen. They resemble small acorns embedded in a calyx.

Cinnamomum cassia requires fertile and well-drained soil with a pH ranging from acidic to slightly acidic. It prefers a sunny or partly sunny location. In Poland it is grown only in pots.