Product Overview:
Scientific Name: Cinnamomum verum
Common Names: Cinnamon Plant, Dalchini Plant, True Cinnamon
Plant Type: Perennial Evergreen Tree
Sunlight Requirement: Full to partial sunlight
Watering Needs: Moderate (Keep soil moist but well-drained)
Growth Form: Small to medium-sized tree with aromatic bark and leaves
Key Features:
Aromatic and Flavorful Spice: The Dalchini plant is known for its aromatic bark, which produces the highly sought-after spice, cinnamon. The bark can be harvested and dried to create the spice used in cooking and traditional medicine.
Fragrant Foliage: Besides the bark, the leaves of the Dalchini plant also emit a pleasant fragrance, adding a natural air-freshening quality to its environment.
Versatile Growth: Whether grown in a garden or large container, the Cinnamon Plant can thrive both indoors and outdoors, provided it receives sufficient sunlight and care.
Medicinal and Culinary Uses: Cinnamon, derived from the bark of this plant, is used not only for its distinctive flavor in both sweet and savory dishes but also for its medicinal properties, such as aiding digestion and having anti-inflammatory effects.
Plantation & Care Guide:
Soil Type: Grow in well-draining, loamy soil enriched with organic matter to ensure healthy root development.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering during the colder months when the plant’s growth slows.
Sunlight: Place the plant in full to partial sunlight. It can grow well in shaded areas but requires adequate sunlight for optimal growth and spice production.
Fertilization: Apply an organic fertilizer once every 2-3 months during the growing season (spring and summer) to encourage healthy growth and bark development.
Uses & Benefits of Dalchini / Cinnamon Spice Plant:
Culinary Use: The bark of the Dalchini plant can be harvested to produce cinnamon, a versatile spice widely used in various cuisines, from desserts to savory dishes.
Medicinal Use: Cinnamon has been traditionally used to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and help manage blood sugar levels, making it a valuable plant for home remedies.
Aromatic Plant: The fragrant leaves and bark of the Cinnamon Plant can enhance the atmosphere of any garden or indoor space with their natural aroma.
Why Choose Paudhewale’s Dalchini / Cinnamon Spice Plant?
Paudhewale offers healthy and carefully nurtured Dalchini plants that are perfect for home gardeners and spice enthusiasts. With its rich aroma, culinary versatility, and potential medicinal benefits, this plant adds both beauty and function to your garden or indoor space. Start growing your own fresh cinnamon at home with Paudhewale’s Cinnamon Spice Plant today!
