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Clove Eugenia caryophyllata

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Common Names
Clove ,
Botanical Name
Eugenia caryophyllata
Family
MYRTACEAE Myrtle family
Clove Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Bronchitis * Culinary * Diarrhea * Eye care - Vision * Fungus Infections * Insect Repellent * Neuralgia * Scabies/Lice * Toothache/Earache *
Properties: Warm* Analgesic* Aphrodisiac* Digestive* Antibacterial* Repels Insects* EFA* Antiperspirant/Deodorants*
Parts Used: Essential oil extracted from flower buds
Constituents:volitile oil, gallotannic acid, Eugenin, gum, resin,


Clove oil for toothpain

Oil of cloves is is the principal form of clove used medicinally. Clove oil is virtually pure eugenol, a powerful, multifaceted phytochemical that numbs pain and kills bacteria and fungi. Cloves antibacterial power in employed to treat colds, dental abscesses, gum disease, earache and arthritis pain. Oil of cloves kills bacteria that can cause food poiosoning, and is uses in treating viral infections. The use of Clove oil has been passed down generation to generation to relieve pain from toothache and dental treatment, and has come to the rescue of many who could not get a timely dentist appointment. Avoid Clove oil ,however, in treating pain due to root canal work, since it may cause inflammation.

Side Effects:
Never use undiluted on the skin
How to Use: Clove
Preparation Methods :Oil of cloves is used for medicinal purposes

remedyRemedies using : Clove

Clove for :Antiseptic, analgisic, Toothache
Antiseptic, analgisic, Toothache Clove's healthful help comes courtesy of eugenol, a powerful, multifaceted phytochemical that anesthetizes, kills bacteria and fungi, fights free radical oxidation and things the blood. Clove oil is virtually pure eugenol. Clove oil has been used for generations to relieve pain from toothache, however, avoid Clove oil when treating pain due to root canal work, since it may cause inflammation.

James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Clove oil for :Intestinal bacteria
Intestinal bacteria Oil of cloves can relieve nausea and indigestion, and may relieve diarrhea caused by intestinal bacteria.

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Certified Organic Clove Bud essential oil
(Eugenia aromatica) Origin-Indonesia Method of Cultivation- Organic Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled Parts Used: Unopened dry flower buds Note Classification: Middle Aroma: Warm, spicy, and woody odor with a subnote of leather
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Certified Organic Cloves
Syzygium aromaticum Origin- Indonesia Dried flower buds (this is the clove bud) powdered, whole or chopped. Used in teas, chai, baked goods and other food items.
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referencesClove Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Bronchitis * Culinary * Diarrhea * Eye care - Vision * Fungus Infections * Insect Repellent * Neuralgia * Scabies/Lice * Toothache/Earache *
Plant Description

Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887
Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887

  • Flowers:Small, aromatic flowers, when dried are the cloves.
  • Plant Class:Evergreen tree
  • Leaves:Shiny leaves
  • Fruit: small, oblong fruit with little pulp, similar to the java plum
  • Preferred Habitat: Humid, warm tropical climate with lots of water year-round
  • Flowering Season: The flowers are picked and dried before bloomoin, and the essential oil is extracted from them
  • Distribution:Native to the Molucca Islands (islands of Eastern Indonesia, once known as the Spice Islands.) Cultivated in Madagascar, Indonesia, and Zanzibar (Tanzania)

Aromatherapy
Essential Oils and Carrier Oils
aromatherapy Clove is a powerful oil that is antibacterial, antiseptic and analgesic making it a good oil for the prevention infections. Use it to disinfect surfaces and in aromatherapy lamps to help disinfect rooms. Clove oil is very strong and can cause irritation if used in its pure form.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
tradional chinese medicine The fresh and dried flower buds of clove are also used in herbal formulas in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
Folklore, Myths and Legends
History and Traditions
historyThe ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans all used cloves. Courtiers in second century China freshened their breath with cloves before seeking an audience with the Emperor.
Quick Tips
For a toothache rub a little clove oil directly on where it hurts - you can use a cotton swab, or ball for this - don't swallow the oil

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