Aromatherapy Essential Oil of Clove (Bud)

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Essential Oil of Clove (Bud) (Syzygium aromaticum or Eugenia caryophyllata) Abbr: Clo [to top of page]
A slender evergreen with a smooth grey trunk, up to 12 metres high. It has large bright green leaves on short stalks. At the start of the rainy season long buds appear that have a rosy-pink corolla at the tip. As the corolla fades the calyx turns deep red. When dried these provide the cloves.
Note: Base.
Odour of Essential Oil of Clove (Bud): Sharp, spicy and sweet.
Colour of Essential Oil of Clove (Bud): Pale yellow.
Source of Essential Oil of Clove (Bud): Buds and leaves.
Method of Extraction of Clove (Bud): Steam distillation.
Properties of Essential Oil of Clove (Bud): Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antiemetic, Anti-infectious, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Antiviral, Carminative, Expectorant, Insecticide, Vermifuge.
Actions of Essential Oil of Clove (Bud): Bone healing, immuno-stimulant, insect repellent, warming.
Digestion: Diarrhea, flatulence, gum infection, indigestion, intestinal parasites, parasites, sore gums, tooth decay, toothache, ulcers.
Immune: Colds, flu, immuno-stimulant, viral infection.
Nervous: Fatigue.
Respiratory: Asthma, bronchitis, congestion, respiratory problems, sore throat, throat infection.
Skeletal: Arthritis, bone healing.
Skin: Athletes foot, scabies, warts.
Medical Terms: Arthritis, bronchitis.
Mental/Emotional Symptoms: Alertness, concentration, fatigue.
Contra-Indications for Clove (Bud): Pregnancy. May irritate sensitive skin.
Comments on Clove (Bud): Native to Indonesia, Clove (Bud) is now cultivated the the Phillipines, Molucca Islands, Madagascar and the West Indies.~Long used for analgesic (pain relieving) properties with regards to toothaches, Clove is also excellent for maintaining general health in the mouth by using in a mouthwash or rinse formula.~It is also a soothing addition to flu or cold rub formulas and can help fight a variety of viruses and infections.

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