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Hey, great question! To find the answer, I consulted the article on "Cinnamon" in The Encyclopedia of Western Colonialism since 1450, which you can access through the Gale World History in Context online database. This database is not open to the general public, but it is accessible through many public library websites. If your library doesn't have access to it, they are likely to have a similar resource that is just as effective.
True cinnamon, or Cinnamomum zeylanicum, is native only to Sri Lanka. During the the 16th Century, the Portuguese sailed to Sri Lanka, discovered cinnamon and began importing this valuable commodity to Europe by boat. While the Portuguese were the first to bring the spice to Europe, they were not successful in establishing a monopoly. The Dutch East India Company established a monopoly on Cinnamon in Europe in 1658. Subsequently, in the 19th Century, the English East India Company established a monopoly on this spice.
If you're looking for more information related to cinnamon and spice trade, the encyclopedia also had excellent articles on Dutch colonialism and the spice industry. Additionally, each article has a bibliography of other sources that may help you research further.
What else can I help you with?
What did Europe use cinnamon for?
Currency and seasoning.
What goods did Europe want from Asia?
Europe wanted Chinese silk, tea, and spices such as: cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
Where is the origin of Cinnamon?
The earliest known origin of cinnamon, real cinnamon, is Sri Lanka. It was traded in East Africa and made it's way on the spice caravans to the Middle East and Europe. Real Sri Lanka cinnamon or Ceylon cinnamon are extremely expensive today, and most of what passes as cinnamon is actually cassia.
How did cinnamon get to Sri Lanka?
Cinnamon reached Sri Lanka centuries ago through ancient trade routes where it became known as true Ceylon cinnamon. At Red Ape Cinnamon, you can buy bulk cinnamon from these heritage farms and enhance your recipes. Shop now for the finest, sustainably sourced spice.
Does cinnamon have coumadin in it?
Cinnamon does not have Coumadin in it. Cinnamon that is sold in stores and has the label cinnamon on it, is pure cinnamon.
What are three foods originally from the old world or Europe?
1. Cranberries ( Northern Europe ) 2. Leek ( Europe and/or Asia ) 3. Brussel sprouts ( Belgium )
What are types of muffins?
Some common types are banana, blueberry, chocolate chip, apple, lemon, poppy seed, cinnamon, cinnamon chip, cinnamon apple, cinnamon nut, cinnamon cinnamon, double cinnamon, cinnamon with extra cinnamon, oat, and BRAN. Thing is lots of cinnamon anda few other things.
What is cinnamon called in Malayalam?
cinnamon-karuva cinnamon-karuva
Is 1000 mg of cinnamon equal to 1 gram of cinnamon?
No, 1000mg of cinnamon is not equal to 1gram of cinnamon.
What is an analogy for cinnamon?
Cinnamon
What is Cinnamon Powder and Cinnamon Sugar in Yoruba Language?
word cinnamon in yoruba is called pattai
What was something new that contact with the East introduced during the crusades that caused life in Europe to change?
Spices such as cinnamon, cassia, cardamom, ginger, and turmeric.
