Cassia is part of the cinnamon family and traditionally used as a domestic spice. Known as ‘Chinese Cinnamon’, Cassia is used to treat digestive disorders and respiratory complaints. It is regularly used as a flavoring in the food and drink industry, as well as in pharmaceutical products. The essential oil is not commonly used in modern aromatherapy, due to its toxicity.
Country of Origin:
China
Extraction Method:
Steam Distillation
Botanical Family:
Lauraceae
Chemical Families:
Mainly cinnamic aldehyde (75-90%), cinnamyl acetate, benzaldehyde, linalool and chavicol
Precautions
Dermal toxin and irritant – should only be used in very low dilutions and with extreme care
May irritate mucous membranes if directly inhaled
Possible skin irritant. Use with dilution.
Therapeutic Properties
Cassia can be used internally as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Antibacterial
Anti-inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Antidiarrheal
Emmenagogue
Antiviral
Anticoagulant
Astringent
Antidepressant
Antiemetic
Antifungal
Carminative
Antirheumatic
Stimulant
Body Systems Applications
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Stimulates the circulation
Place cassia oil in water in diffuser and inhale to help boost the circulatory system.
Digestive System
Digestive System
Diarrhea, Nausea, Gas, Vomiting, and Intestinal Infections
Take capsule internally with dilution to help relieve symptoms.
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
Uplifting & Depression
Diffuse cassia to help relieve symptoms.
Immune System
Immune System
Bacterial, Viruses & Fungal Infections
Take internally in a capsule or apply topically with dilution to back of the neck or bottoms of feet to provide relief.
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
Soothes dry, Sensitive skin & Fungal and Nail infections.
Use topically in lotion or carrier oil to help relieve symptoms.
Limbic System
Limbic System
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
Muscular System
Muscular System
Brings warmth and relief to stiff joints, rheumatism and arthritis
Apply topically with dilution to affected areas to help relieve muscles.
Nervous System
Nervous System
Reproductive System
Reproductive System
Eases painful periods and regulates the menstrual cycle
Use internally in a capsule or include cassia in your cooking to help relieve symptoms.
Respiratory System
Respiratory System
Coughs, Colds, Flu & Fever
Take internally in capsule or in food to help relieve symptoms.
Skeletal System
Skeletal System
Urinary System
Urinary System
Safety
Possible irritating, and sensitizing in larger doses. Use in moderation and with dilution.
