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Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil

Sourcing Stories

Cinnamon is considered one of the longest-existing spices in
history. It was so highly prized among ancient nations that it

was regarded as a gift fit for monarchs and even for the gods.

Since then, cinnamon has become an extremely common and
important spice around the world. Having a long history of

culinary uses, the sweet-and-spicy flavor of cinnamon in many

baked goods has been, and continues to be, enjoyed by most

people. As an essential oil, Cinnamon Bark has the ability to
support healthy metabolic function, promote healthy

circulatory function,* and has immune-supporting properties.* It

can also aid in naturally repelling insects.

A Small Cinnamon Tree Farm on the

Southeast Coast of Madagascar

Many of our Cinnamon Bark farmers have

groves of cinnamon trees on their land
that have been there for generations.

Families care for the groves, helping to

keep them healthy and strong for future
generations.

Cinnamon trees grow all year long and must grow for three to
five years before they can be harvested for the bark. After

harvest, the tree sends out a new shoot from the stump. The

little shoot grows into a new tree that can be harvested again
in another three to five years.