Herbs & Spices
🍂Laurel Family
Lauraceae
~2,850 species, 3 major culinary species
Ancient aromatic trees whose bark, leaves, and wood have been prized since antiquity. Cinnamon and bay leaf both come from this family of evergreen trees and shrubs.
Source: Wikipedia💡Most 'cinnamon' sold worldwide is actually cassia bark — true Ceylon cinnamon is thinner, more delicate, and significantly more expensive.
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