Aromatherapy Oils - Clove
Botanical name: Eugenia caryophyllata
Botanical family: Myrtaceae
Note: Base
Part of plant used: Buds
Origin: Clove originates from the Molucca Islands and Indonesia. It is also cultivated in Zanzibar, Madagascar, Java, and Sri Lanka.
Description: Spicy and strong
History: Clove has a long history as an antiseptic. The Chinese chewed on Cloves to ease toothache.
Properties and Indications:
- Helps ease toothache and mouth sores
- Digestive system - nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dyspepsia, bad breath and parasites
- Good for intestinal disorders and is a tonic to the kidneys and spleen
- Can help with rheumatism and arthritis
- Headaches
- Respiratory problems - bronchitis, asthma
- Insect repellent
- Skin sores, leg ulcers and infectious wounds
Contra-indications:
- Use with precaution as Clove is a very potent oil
- Can be a skin irritant
Blending:
- Basil, Benzoin, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Grapefruit, Lemon, Nutmeg, Orange, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme
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