Cinnamon

This spice is obtained from the inner bark of several tree species in the genus Cinnamomum. However, only a few species are grown for spice in the commercial aspect. 

It is used in a large variety of culinary drinks and dishes, ranging from savoury and sweet.

There are two main types of cinnamon:

  • Ceylon cinnamon: This type is also known as “true” cinnamon.

  • Cassia cinnamon: This is the most common variety today and what people generally refer to as “cinnamon.”

Cinnamon contains powerful medicinal properties.

  • Loaded with antioxidants

  • Could protect against heart disease

  • May have anti-bacterial properties

  • And many other properties

The Magick in the Mundane:

Cinnamon is wonderful when burned for purification: it is good for when energies are a little sticky so you can use them to help get rid of unwanted energy in places and on tools such as your Tarot cards.

Steep it and make a tea for divination.

Well used in kitchen magick.

Can be used in money sachets.

Also used in love spells

Well used in Yule spells and traditions (including food and beverages.

* As per usual please be very careful when thinking of ingesting herbs, plants and flowers 

**Please consult your family doctor or a professional if you are not certain of anything

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