Scientific name: Cinnamomum verum
Origin: Sri Lanka
Medicinal use: It is used against colds, flu and bronchitis for its strong effect as a calorific stimulant. It is used as a stomach tonic, since it facilitates the proper functioning of the digestive system, helping to expel gas and fight nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Not suitable for people suffering from peptic ulcer. In high doses it can cause nervous alterations.