Clove Bud Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Eugenia aromatica
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
Largest Producing Countries: Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Madagascar

Traditional Use: In Chinese medicine the oil is used for diarrhea, hernia, bad breath and bronchitis.  Used in dental preparations, and as a fragrance component in toothpastes, soaps, toiletries, cosmetics and perfumes, the production of printing ink, glue and varnish.

Properties: Analgesic, anthelminthic, antibiotic, anti-emetic, antifungal, antihistaminic, anti-infectious, antineuralgic, anti-oxidant, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antiviral, aphrodisiacal, carminative, counter-irritant, expectorant, general stimulant, larvicidal, parasiticide, spasmolytic, stimulant, stomachic, tonic, and vermifuge.

Benefits: Acne, arthritis, asthma, athlete’s foot, bronchitis, bruises, burns, chest infections, colds, colic, cuts, diarrhea, dyspepsia, general exhaustion, flu, insect repellent (mosquito), mental debility, muscle pain, nausea, recovery from infections, rheumatism, ringworm, scabies, sprains, stress, tired limbs, toothache, ulcers, verrucas, and warts.

Blends Well With: Allspice, bay, bergamot, chamomile roman, clary sage, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, jasmine, lavender, lemon, mandarin, palmarosa, rose, sandalwood, vanilla, and ylang ylang.

Of Interest: In older days it was thought that you could not walk near Clove trees while wearing a hat because the tree would become frightened and would no longer bear fruit.

Safety Data:  Only the bud oil, and not the leaf or stem oil should be used.  May cause skin irritation on sensitive skin.  Avoid during pregnancy.  Do not use on children under 12 years or in baths.  Use in moderation only in low dilution (less than 1 per cent).

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Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.

As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.