Clove is derived from the tree Syzgium aromaticum. It is a slender evergreen that grows up to 12 metres in height (approximately 36 feet). At the start of the rainy season, long buds appear. They change colour over time and are beaten from the trees and dried. These are the cloves sold commercially.
Botanical Name
Eugenia Caryophyllata
Fragrance
Characteristic Clove smell, only it is much sharper than Clove Bud with woodsy tones.
Safety Notes
Avoid if pregnant or history of high blood pressure.
Properties
Analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, anti-neuralgic, carminative, anti-infectious, disinfectant, insecticide, stimulant, stomachic, uterine and tonic.
Key Use
Muscles and Joints: Arthritis, rheumatism, sprains.
Other Uses
Acne, athlete's foot, bruises, burns, cuts, insect repellent (mosquito),
toothache, ulcers, wounds, asthma, bronchitis, colic, dyspepsia, nausea, colds, flu, minor infections.
Psychologically
Stimulates the mind and lifts depression.
Blends With
basil, benzoin, cinnamon, lavender, ginger, sandalwood, clary sage