Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Batavia cinnamon (also known as Indonesian cinnamon or Cinnamomum burmannii) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and other herbal systems. In TCM, cinnamon (Rou Gui or Gui Zhi, though often referring to Cinnamomum cassia) is used to "warm the meridians," dispel cold, and support the lungs in cases of cough associated with "dampness" or "cold-damp" patterns. The aromatic and warming properties are believed to help resolve phlegm and support respiratory function. While Batavia cinnamon is not the most common species used medicinally (cassia and Ceylon are more prevalent), it shares many of the same phytochemicals, including cinnamaldehyde and eugenol, which possess mild antimicrobial and expectorant effects according to some pharmacological studies. However, there is limited direct scientific research specifically on Batavia cinnamon for treating cough, especially cough described as "damp" in TCM terms. Most available evidence is historical and experiential rather than clinical. Therefore, while traditional use supports its inclusion in remedies for cough (damp), strong scientific validation is lacking, and its evidence rating is moderate based on ethnobotanical records rather than clinical trials.

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