Question

Cinnamon is obtained from

• A. Cinnamomum verum
• B. Eugenia caryophyllata
• C. Coriandrum sativum
• D. Capsicum annuum

Answer 1

The correct option is A Cinnamomum verum

Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several trees from the genus Cinnamomum that is used in both sweet and savoury foods. Cinnamomum verum is considered to be "true cinnamon". Thus, option A is correct.

Eugenia caryophyllata or cloves are the aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae. Thus, option B is wrong.

Coriandrum sativum is coriander, also known as cilantro, Chinese parsley or dhania, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. Thus, option C is wrong.

Capsicum annuum is a species of the plant genus Capsicum native to southern North America and northern South America. Thus, option D is wrong.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.