Clove is derived from the tree Syzgium aromaticum. It is a slender evergreen that grows up to 12 meters in height (approximately 36 feet). At the start of the rainy season, long buds appear. They change colour over time and are beaten from the trees and dried. These are the cloves sold commercially.
The word clove comes from the Latin word clavus, meaning nail. Since the shaft and head of the clove bud resembles a nail. Cloves and nutmeg were among the most precious of items of Europe of the 16th and 17th centuries, and they were worth more than their weight in gold.
Details
Botanical Name: Syzgium Aromaticum
Origin: India Family: Myrtaceae
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Note: Middle
Colour: Light brown
Consistency: Thin
Aromatic Scent: Clove Leaf has the characteristic Clove smell, only it is much sharper than Clove Bud with woodsy tones.
Aromatic Strength: Medium to Strong
Blends Well With: Blends well with Rose, Lavender, Clary Sage, Bergamot, Bay, Ylang Ylang, and oils from the spice family and from the citrus family.
Never use pure oils on the skin without diluting, never use internally, keep away from children and eyes, always check if there are any medical issues which could cause a problem. Seek help if you have any doubts.
*The information provided is for educational purposes only*
Clove Leaf - IFRA.pdf
