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38 minutes ago, Tropicalsenior said:Do they have a similar flavor? I have a little cinnamon tree that will never get big enough to contribute any bark but maybe I can use the leaves.
No. The flavour is very different. I just meant they are used in the same manner. Chuck one or two into a braise or stew.
I have no experience with growing cinnamon or cassia, but I'd guess you could use the leaves, yes.
3 minutes ago, Tropicalsenior said:Do they have a similar flavor? I have a little cinnamon tree that will never get big enough to contribute any bark but maybe I can use the leaves.
No. The flavour is very different. I just meant they are used in the same manner. Chuck one or two into a braise or stew.
I have no experience wit hgrowing cinnamon or cassia, but I'd guess you could use the leaves, yes.
