Latin name: Eugenia Caryophyllata

Part of the plant used: hojas

Source: Madagascar

Extraction method: steam distillation

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

Essential clove oil can be used to cure or relieve acne, bruises, cuts and burns, sores on the legs and as an analgesic for rheumatism and arthritis. It is also good for the digestive system, as it helps with vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, spasms and parasites. If you consider it valuable to alleviate

respiratory problems such as bronchitis, asthma and tuberculosis. In aromatherapy, this essential oil stimulates the mind and acts as an aphrodisiac. Eliminates mental exhaustion and fatigue, and induces sleeplessness.

Clavos 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, sore throats and as a cooling agent since ancient times in these countries. It was one of the first specialties that were commercialized. It is said that Arab traders introduced knives into Europe during the days of the Roman Empire.