Cinnamomum verum (cassia) Family: Lauraceae - Laurel Parts used: inner bark Actions Alterative Anthelmintic Antibacterial Anticatarrhal Antifungal Anti-Inflammatory Antispasmodic Antiviral Antibiotic Analgesic Antiseptic Aromatic Astringent Carminative Expectorant Hemostat Hypotensive Prebiotic Energetics/Body Systems Affected Warming Sweet Pungent Digestive Respiratory Cardiovascular Uses Improves circulation and warms the body. Boosts immune systems and feeds gut flora whi