Cinnamon leaves
Reference your query,
1.Cinnamon leaves can be dried by retaining its natural color by spreading
it under indirect sun shine (light shade) for 2 to 4 days is sufficient.
2.Cinnamon oil which has a high value can be extracted by means of
steam distillation
3.Dried leaves are also used in powdered form to enhance spices flavor
and a few leaves when added to water boiled for preparing tea/coffee or
cocking rice give that extra pleasant smell many enjoy. Dried leaves are
known as 'Taj Patta' exported from Sri Lanka, at present it has been
banned as leaves has to used for oil extraction. Leaves after extraction are
used to heat the distillers.
5.Seeds are normally used for germination, sticks as fuel wood in preparation of sweetmeats and ayurvedic medicinal drugs and oils. I am based in Sri Lanka
