Clove Bud Essential Oil

Latin name: Eugenia Caryophyllata

Plant part used: leaves

Source: Madagascar

Extraction method: steam distillation

Clove oil is generally extracted by steam distillation from the leaves, stems, and buds of the Eugenia caryophyllata tree, which is native to Indonesia and the Malacca Islands. This is a potent oil with a warm, strong, and spicy scent and should be used highly diluted and with great care in aromatherapy.

Clove essential oil can be used to treat or relieve acne, bruises, cuts, burns, sores on the legs, and as a pain reliever for rheumatism and arthritis. It is also said to be good for the digestive system, as it helps with vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, spasms, and parasites. It is considered valuable for relieving

respiratory problems such as bronchitis, asthma, and tuberculosis. In aromatherapy, this essential oil stimulates the mind and acts as an aphrodisiac. It eliminates mental exhaustion and fatigue, and induces sleep in insomniacs.

Cloves were popularly used in ancient India and China. It is believed that ancient Chinese medicine used cloves to treat indigestion, diarrhea, hernia, athlete's foot, and fungal infections. It has been used to treat mouth ulcers, toothaches, and as a breath freshener since ancient times in these countries. It was one of the first spices to be traded. It is said that Arab traders introduced cloves to Europe during the days of the Roman Empire.