A Review of Cinnamon

Authors

  • Bhuvaneshwari C RKP College of Pharmacy, Krishnagiri, Tamilnadu, India.
  • Dharshan N RKP College of Pharmacy, Krishnagiri, Tamilnadu, India.
  • Sathya R RKP College of Pharmacy, Krishnagiri, Tamilnadu, India.
  • Thrisha S RKP College of Pharmacy, Krishnagiri, Tamilnadu, India.
  • Dhamodhara Prasad V RKP College of Pharmacy, Krishnagiri, Tamilnadu, India.
  • Vigneshwaran L.V RKP College of Pharmacy, Krishnagiri, Tamilnadu, India.

Keywords:

Chemical constituents, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory activity, toxicity profile.

Abstract

Cinnamon is a well-known aromatic spice obtained from the dried inner bark of plants belonging to the genus Cinnamomum of the Lauraceae family. It has been extensively used in traditional medicine systems for centuries due to its therapeutic properties. This review presents a comprehensive overview of cinnamon, emphasizing its botanical classification, phytochemical composition and pharmacological activities. Cinnamon contains several bioactive constituents, such as cinnamaldehyde, eugenol, cinnamic acid, and various polyphenolic compounds, which contribute to its biological effects. Numerous studies have demonstrated that cinnamon exhibits antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and anticancer activities. The review also discusses the cultivation, physiochemical properties, and toxicity profile of cinnamon.

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Published

2026-03-03

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 1 (2026): 2026 Volume -16 - Issue 1

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