Before the world knew Sri Lanka for tea, it knew this island for cinnamon.
Discover a heritage that crossed oceans and continues through generations of skilled hands.
Early Recognition — Late 900s
Ceylon cinnamon comes from Cinnamomum verum, a tree native to Sri Lanka.
The late tenth-century text Aja’ib al-Hind contains an early reference to the island’s cinnamon—a reminder that its recorded story reaches back more than a thousand years.
Botanical Discovery — 1672–1677
Between 1672 and 1677, physician and botanist Paul Hermann worked in Dutch Ceylon and collected specimens of the island’s plants.
His collections included cinnamon, reflecting its importance to the Dutch East India Company. These specimens helped document Sri Lanka’s botanical heritage and its connection with scientific study.
From Wild Trees to Cultivation — 1765–1785
Cinnamon was originally harvested from trees growing in the wild.
Between 1765 and 1785, Dutch Governor Iman Willem Falck supported experimental cultivation around Colombo. These efforts helped demonstrate that cinnamon could be grown commercially, opening a new chapter in the island’s spice industry.
Expanding Cinnamon Lands — 1799–1850
Under British rule, cinnamon cultivation continued to expand. In 1799, Governor Frederick North secured important cinnamon lands in Colombo and Negombo.
By 1850, Sri Lanka had approximately 40,000 acres of cinnamon plantations, illustrating the scale cultivation had reached.
A Craft Passed Through Generations
Beyond the dates is a living tradition.
Skilled peelers carefully remove the inner bark and assemble thin pieces into delicate, layered quills. This distinctive Sri Lankan craft has passed from generation to generation.
Every carefully prepared quill reflects the patience and experience of the people behind it.
Our Chapter Begins — 24 May 2025
Ransiya’s journey began on 24 May 2025, when we planted cinnamon at our estate in Warakagoda.
Our first harvest followed in August 2026, opening a new chapter after months of patient care. Working with skilled people from the surrounding community, we are connecting our estate with your home.
For your kitchen or as a thoughtful gift, bring home a little of Sri Lanka.
Bring Home Cinnamon You Can Trust.