Home Page of... A Modern Herbal A hyper-text version of A Modern Herbal, 1931, by Mrs. M. Grieve. Over 800 varieties of medicinal, culinary, and cosmetic herbs, including economic properties, cultivation and folk-lore. Do a Search of all 860 pages.

Botanical.com Home Page Search Herbs and Spices Product Index Accessories & Tools Animal Products Aromatherapy Aroma Sprays and Flower Waters Babies/Children Body and Bath Books Bulk Herbs Bulk Misc Butters Capsules Carrier Oils Clays Essential Oils Facial Care Flavoring Extracts Hair Care Herbal Extracts Herbal Oils Herbal Seasoning Blends Incense, Resins and Candles Massage Oils Pets Salves & Balms Seeds Teas, Black Teas, Flowering Teas, Green and White Teas, Herbal Teas, Red Tea Brewing Tools Alternative Health News

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).   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 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.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com