Dal Chini Plant, Cinnamon Plant, दालचीनी का पौधा, True Cinnamon Tree, Medicinal Plants

Dal Chini Plant, Cinnamon Plant, Tejpatta, True Cinnamon Tree, दालचीनी

Dal Chini plant, more commonly known as cinnamon tree, has long attracted culinary enthusiasts and herbalists. Renowned for its aromatic bark that's used widely for cooking and traditional medicine purposes, let's delve deeper into its characteristics and significance as we examine why people flock to it so eagerly!

Beyond its spicy bark, the Dal Chini plant boasts lush, glossy green leaves, making it an attractive ornamental addition to any home or kitchen garden. It's a truly rewarding experience to nurture this tropical evergreen and eventually enjoy the delightful flavour of home-grown cinnamon in your chai, biryanis, desserts, and traditional Indian dishes.

Care and Tips:

Water regularly in well-draining soil. Place in a sunny to partially shaded spot. Prune occasionally for better growth and bushiness. Loves humid and tropical climates, just like many Indian regions.

Technical Details:

• Height (on delivery): 12-18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Pot Size: 5-inch plastic nursery pot
• Plant Weight: Approx. 600–900 gm (with pot)
• Packaging Dimensions: 25 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm
• Growth Habit: Small tree/shrub form; can grow 3-5 ft in container over time

Other Names in India: Dalchini (दालचीनी) in Hindi, Karuvapatta (കറുവപ്പട്ട) in Malayalam & Tamil, Lavangapatta (लवंगपट्टा) in Marathi, Darchini (দারুচিনি) in Bengali, Tvak (त्वक्) in Sanskrit.

Botanical Characteristics

• True cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum verum) is a small evergreen belonging to the Lauraceae family native to Sri Lanka and parts of southern India. Here are its key characteristics:
• Leaves: Cinnamon leaves have simple, elliptical shapes with glossy surfaces that boast a distinct aroma.
• Flowers: Cinnamon plants produce small pale yellow flowers which bloom in clusters on small stems.
• Bark: As the most sought-after part of the plant, bark harvesting for its spice is highly prized. Thin and smooth in texture with light brown hue, its harvest is collected for its harvest.

Cultivation and Harvesting 

Cinnamon Growing cinnamon requires warm climate with plentiful rainfall. Trees thrive best when grown on sandy or well-drained soils.

Propagation: Trees can be propagated either through cuttings or seeds.

Harvesting: Once the tree reaches two years old, harvesting can begin; after carefully stripping away its inner bark from branches to dry naturally in order to create its distinctive curled "quills", or sticks that characterise this harvest product.

Cinnamon is widely recognized for both its flavor and potential health benefits. Culinary Uses Cinnamon can be found both sweet and savory dishes alike - everything from baked goods to curries contain cinnamon!

Beverages: Cinnamon can add an invigorating and aromatic note to drinks such as teas and mulled wines, providing warmth and spice. Medicinal Uses / Traditional Medicine: According to traditional medical practitioners, cinnamon may possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties which help relieve pain while at the same time combatting infection.

Modern Research: Studies suggest that cinnamon may help in managing blood sugar levels, making it potentially useful for individuals living with type 2 diabetes. Varieties of Cinnamon

While Cinnamomum verum is known as true cinnamon, there are other varieties commonly available such as: Cassia Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia): Commonly available at grocery stores, this stronger variety has a darker hue and stronger flavors than Ceylon Cinnamon; on the other hand, known as true cinnamon for its lighter texture and subtler taste.

दालचीनी का पौधा

दालचीनी में एंटीऑक्सिडेंट, एंटी-इंफ्लेमेशन और एंटी-बायोटिक गुण पाए जाते हैं. रोज खाली पेट दालचीनी का पानी पीने से ब्लड शुगर कंट्रोल रहती है. दालचीनी में मौजूद एंटीऑक्सिडेंट्स और फाइबर पाचन तंत्र को बेहतर करता है और पेट की बीमारियों को दूर रखता है.