Spice natural preservatives, preventing or slowing the spoilage of food, leading to a higher nutritional content in stored food. India contributes 75% of global spice production. The International Organization for Standardization addresses spices and condiments, along with related food additives, as part of the International Classification for Standards 67.220 series. The Indian Institute of Spices Research in Kozhikode, Kerala, is devoted exclusively to conducting research for ten spice crops: black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, garcinia, ginger, nutmeg, paprika, turmeric, and vanilla. Books Articles Spice A spice is a seed, fruit, root, bark, or other plant substance primarily used for flavoring, coloring
Cassia leptophylla Cassia leptophylla Cassia leptophylla is a tropical tree species in the genus "Cassia", which is indigenous to Brazil. It is named gold medallion tree and has yellow flowers that bloom intermittently throughout the year, spawning seedpods that are square in cross section and rattle festively. Recognized by its thin green foliage with glossy green pinnate leaflets. The fruit is a long thin seedpod with four sides. "Cassia leptophylla" is native to southeastern Brazil. This tree does not have many uses, except as a decorative tree or as a laxative, something common to the "Cassia" genus. Seed is poisonous if ingested.