Cassia is an Indian spice which is famous for its aromatic bark. It comes from a medicinal evergreen plant of Cinnamomum aromaticum. Not only has the bark of this planted but as well as its seeds/buds are used as spice. In India it is used as raw in the form of seeds. This spice has a very bright red color when fresh. Its bark is popularly used as an important ingredient of foods, beverages, perfumery, toiletries and cosmetics. Due to its medicinal values cassia is also used for protecting and maintaining healthy skin. Essential oils of cassia are very aromatic and are used in liquors and beauty products. |