Clove
(Syzygium aromaticum; Eugenia caryophyllus)
Family: MYRTACEAE
Energetics: Warming.
Taste: Sweet. Pungent. Spicy.
Tissue States:
Systems Affected:
Parts Used: Flower buds
Key Components: Up to 20% volatile oils.
Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Food:
Actions:
Foundational: Stimulant. Aromatic.
Primary: Carminative
Secondary: Antiseptic. Anesthetic. Antimicrobial.
Uses:
Increases circulation.
Stimulates digestion. Treats flatulence, nausea & vomiting. Diarrhea, Intestinal parasites.
Used to aid the acton of other herbs. Add to formulas where a stimulant is needed.
Chew cloves or put some clove oil onto a cotton ball and put near tooth to help get rid of a toothache.
Volatile oils stimlate and disinfects as they pass through the liver, skin, bronchi & kidneys.
Raises low blood pressure.
Used for toxicity from heavy metals, specifically copper and aluminum. Works best when combined with basil.
Combines well with: Basil.
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Contraindications: Hypertension.
Sources:
The Way of Herbs: Michael Tierra. Pg 75-76
The Complete Herbs Sourcebook: David Hoffman. Pg 241
The Earthwise Herbal: Volume 1: Matthew Wood. Pg 250-252
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