Clove Whole

Botanical Name:  Clove oil is derived from Syzygium aromaticum.

Common Name:

• English: Clove
• Ayurveda: Lavanga
• This product is also referred to by other names.The text lists various names for the same spice or plant, including: Naeltjies (Afrikaans), Mu ding xiang (Chinese), Ding xiang (Mandarin Chinese), Kuidnagel (German), Devapushpa (Sanskrit), Clous de girofle (French), Gewürznelke (German), Nelke (Dutch), Shriprasuunaka (Sanskrit), Shrisangya (Sanskrit), Cingkeh (Malay), Kabsh qarunfil (Arabic), Kabsh qaranful (Arabic), Chiodi di garofano (Italian), Kuroobu (Japanese), Shouji (Chinese), Bunga cingkeh (Malay), Clavero (Spanish), Clavo (Spanish), Garn ploo (Thai), Hanh con (Vietnamese), Qaranful (Arabic), Laung (Hindi), Devakusum (Sanskrit), Kiraambu (Swahili), Lavangam (Tamil), Long (Vietnamese), Lobongo (Bengali), Karamfil (Turkish), Ding heung (Cantonese Chinese), Mikhak (Persian), Laving (Hindi), Rong (Thai), Lavang (Marathi), Karampu (Telugu), Karayarnpoovu (Tamil), Grampu (Kannada), and Kirambu (Swahili).

Habitat: Native to Asia

Origin:  India

Harvested: Cultivated

Parts Used: Clove Buds

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The name "clove" comes from the Latin word "clavus," which means "nail," due to its distinctive shape. Native to Indonesia's Spice Islands, clove is a dried flower bud with a strong aroma. For centuries, this highly valued spice has been used not only as a flavoring agent but also as a preservative and for medicinal applications.The clove is the dried flower bud of a tropical tree native to Indonesia.Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is a spice derived from the dried flower buds of this evergreen tree native to Indonesia.The clove tree is an evergreen native to Asia, growing up to 40-50 feet tall with dark-green, glossy leaves and bright-pink buds that develop into yellow flowers with numerous stamens. The flowers are followed by purple berries. Commercial production of the flower buds begins after four years of plantation. The buds are harvested twice a year when they change color from green to crimson, dried carefully, and then separated from their stalks.

Cloves are dried flower buds that have not opened, characterized by their dark brown color and hard texture. They typically measure 10-12 mm in length, forming a rounded head with tightly closed petals. The distinctive aroma is complex, featuring notes of intense spice, woodiness, earthy undertones, fruity sweetness, and a peppery kick. The flavor profile is similarly multifaceted, with warm, sharp, and slightly burning qualities, accompanied by spicy, fruity, and astringent sensations, as well as a hint of bitterness that can leave a numbing effect on the palate.

For centuries, spices such as clove, oregano, mint, thyme, and cinnamon have been used for their preservative properties in food and their medicinal value due to their antioxidant and antimicrobial effects. The essential oils extracted from these plants are also used in perfumes, soaps, toothpastes, and mouthwashes. Interestingly, cloves are a significant component of traditional Indonesian cigarettes, with the country accounting for approximately 65% of global clove consumption.

This plant is a rich source of phenolic compounds like eugenol, eugenol acetate, and gallic acid, with significant potential in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food production, and agriculture.

How to use:

As a spice.

Precautions: 

Before using this herbal product, please consult a qualified healthcare professional, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication.

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