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The Latin word ‘Clavus’ means nail shaped which is mentioned to the bud. This was used commonly by the Chinese, Romans, and Greeks mainly to reduce toothache and also as a breath sweetener. Clove leaf oil has antiseptic properties and was widely used for the prevention of infectious diseases like the Plague. Clove is an important spice and is still widely used as an important ingredient in perfumes, liqueurs, wines, love potions, dental products and also as an insect repellent. It is grown widely in Indonesia and is related to many local traditions. Indonesian indigenous people plant a clove tree on each birth in the family and if the tree grows well it is supposed to be a good omen for the child. It was introduced in Europe during the middle ages and the geographical origin of the tree was kept a secret because of the high cost of the spice. This much sought after the tree was a subject of heated competition between the Dutch and Portuguese. It was in 1947, Pierre Poivre broke this monopoly and introduced a clove tree to the tropical islands of France.

Uses of Clove Leaf Oil

• as an antimicrobial, to help kill bacteria
• as a pain reliever for conditions such as toothache and muscle pain
• for digestive upset
• to relieve respiratory conditions like cough and asthma

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