Cassia-bark Tree (Noun)
Meaning
Chinese tree with aromatic bark; yields a less desirable cinnamon than Ceylon cinnamon.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The cassia-bark tree is a popular ornamental plant in many Asian gardens due to its beautiful foliage and fragrant bark.
- In traditional Chinese medicine, the bark of the cassia-bark tree is used to treat a variety of ailments, including indigestion and colds.
- Cassia-bark tree is a close relative of the cinnamon tree, but its bark is considered to be of lower quality and less desirable for culinary use.
- The cassia-bark tree is widely cultivated in southern China for its aromatic bark, which is used as a spice and for medicinal purposes.
- Dried cassia-bark tree bark is commonly sold as a substitute for cinnamon in many Asian markets, but it lacks the warmth and depth of flavor of true cinnamon.