In Chinese medicine, it is often used as an analgesic and to fight intestinal viruses. Additionally, cinnamon contains high amounts of iron and calcium, making it a natural mineral supplement.
Cinnamon doesn’t just make candy sweeter
appetizing thanks to its scent, but it is also an odor that many insects find unpleasant. This makes it a useful ally in the fight against insects, especially mosquitoes. It is an extremely effective spice as an insecticide. You can use sticks, powder or essential oil to make your own insecticide spray.
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To make a pet-safe insecticide spray, you can fill a spray bottle half with vinegar and half with water.
To make the mixture more effective, you can add 20 drops of essential oil or four cinnamon sticks. If you are using essential oil, you do not need to wait for the mixture to decant. However, if you use cinnamon, you may need to wait a few days for the spice to release the essential oil into the liquid.
Essential oil
The value of cinnamon lies in its ability to repel mosquitoes, making it a natural repellent to spray on skin and clothing, as well as around plants, to prevent eggs from settling in saucers.
The preparation made from water, vinegar and cinnamon can also be used as an insecticide spray to protect the home and garden from harmful insects. However, caution should be exercised when applying to the skin as cinnamon can cause irritation.