Cinnamon Type is a term used to describe the various types of cinnamon available. Amado (5 letters) is a type of cinnamon that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. SPICE (5 letters) is a type of cinnamon that is native to Sri Lanka. CASSIA (6 letters) is a type of cinnamon that is native to China and Vietnam. SPICES (6 letters) is a type of cinnamon that is native to India. Hots (4 letters) is a type of cinnamon that is native to Mexico. All of these types of cinnamon are used in cooking and baking, and they all have a distinct flavor and aroma.