Cinnamon Chips
Botanical Name
Cinnamomum burmannii
Usual Origin(s)
Indonesia
Description
Also known as Indonesia cinnamon, Batavian cassia, and korintje. Has the standard hot cinnamon flavor and about 2.5% oil content. Not to be confused with the sweeter "true" cinnamon (C. verum), this cinnamon is the type most common in Canada and North America.
Folk Names
Sweet Wood, Ceylon cinnamon
Gender
Masculine
Planet
Sun
Element
Fire
Deities
Venus, Aphrodite
Powers
Spirituality, Success, Healing, Power, Psychic Powers, Lust, Protection, Love
Ritual Uses
Cinnamon oil was used as part of a holy annointing oil by the ancient Hebrews. The leaves of the cinnamon tree were woven into wreaths which were used to decorate ancient Roman temples. The Egyptions used cinnamon oil during the mummification process.
Magical Uses
Cinnamon, when burned as an incense, raises high spiritual vibrations, aids in healing, draws money, stimulates psychic powers and produces protective vibrations. Cinnamon is also used in making sachets and infusions for these purposes.
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