Cassia is an aromatic bark, similar to cinnamon, but differing in strength and quality. Its bark is darker, thicker and coarser, and the corky outer bark is often left on. The outer surface is rough and grayish brown, the inside barks is smoother and reddish-brown. It is less costly than cinnamon and is often sold ground as cinnamon. When buying as sticks, cinnamon rolls into a single quill while cassia is rolled from both sides toward the centre so that they end up resembling scrolls. Cassia buds. Cassia buds resemble cloves. They are the dried unripe fruits about 14 mm (1/2 in) long and half as wide. It is native to Burma and grown in China, Indo-China, the East and West Indies and Central America.
One of the oldest spices known to man. It has a strong characteristic aroma and flavor. We may sometimes hear cinnamon refer to as cassia. This term is used to distinguish between the Southeast Asia and the Ceylon type of cinnamon. Almost all of the cinnamon consumed in the United States is derived from trees grown in Southeast Asia. Nowadays cinnamon is used to flavor bakery and dairy products, as well as drinks.
Cassia-cinnamon is such a familiar and beloved spice it needs little introduction. A global favorite for its delicious aromatic flavor.
We offer high-quality cassia, a popular spice known for its robust flavor and fragrance. Sourced from trusted producers, our cassia is processed to ensure its full aromatic profile and freshness. It is commonly used in baked goods, savory dishes, and spiced beverages, offering a warm, cinnamon-like flavor that adds complexity to recipes.
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Cinnamomum cassia is the dried bark of cassia, which is a small, bushy, evergreen tea, 18-20 meters high and 40-60 cm diameter with a straight and cylindrical trunk and grey-brown bark, 13-15 mm thick when mature. Cassia occurs mainly in South China, Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar. In India, only a few plants are available. Cassia is a light-demanding tree, slightly shade-tolerant when young, preferring cool and wet conditions.
Dried Cassia bark is the spice. The essential oil is called cassia cinnamon oil. Apart from its use as a spice, it is a well-known medicine reinforcing yang, the body fire. Guizhi (dried twig of cassia cinnamon) is collected in spring and summer and dried in the sum or in the shade used in decoctions, has analgesic and antipyretic properties.
Split cassia, also known as split cinnamon or cassia quills, is a spice derived from the bark of the cassia tree (Cinnamomum cassia). It is similar in flavor and appearance to true cinnamon but is typically more robust and slightly spicier. Split cassia is created by carefully peeling the bark from cassia tree branches, which naturally curl as they dry, forming quills or rolls. These rolls of cassia bark are then split lengthwise into thinner strips. This spice is commonly used in various culinary applications, including baking, cooking, and brewing, to add a warm, sweet, and aromatic flavor to dishes, desserts, and beverages. Split cassia is especially prevalent in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines and is appreciated for its versatility in both savory and sweet recipes.
