Description

Clove is an ultra-tropical small size tree which will not survive temperatures below 50F. It requires a humid, warm tropical climate with lots of water year-round. The Latin word clavus means'nail shaped', referring to the bud. The dried flower buds of this tree are the cloves of commerce and used medicinally for countless things. All parts of the tree are highly aromatic.

Cloves are an ancient spice and, because of their exceptional aromatic strength, have always been held in high esteem by cooks in Europe, Northern Africa and Asia. The tree is endemic in the North Moluccas (Indonesia). After the end of the Dutch monopoly (18th century), clove trees were introduced to other countries for cultivation.

Clove has antiseptic properties and was used in the prevention of contagious diseases, such as the Plaque. Traditional Chinese physicians have long used the plant to treat almost everything. India's traditional Ayurvedic healers have used clove since ancient times to treat respiratory and digestive ailments. The medieval German herbalists used cloves as part of anti-gout mixture. Contemporary herbalists recommend clove for digestive complaints and its oil for toothache.

Benefits: Warming, soothing, comforting

Blue Relief Diffuser Recipe:

2 drops Clove Bud Oil
2 drops Lemon Oil
3 drops Sweet Orange Oil

For topical application, refer dilution ratios here.

Specifications

Cautions

For external use only. Higher risk of causing irritation and sensitisation, avoid using it in the bath. Dilute before apply on skin. Avoid used in pregnancy.