Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum, Eugenia aromaticum or Eugenia caryophyllata) are the aromatic dried of a tree in the family . Cloves are native to and used as a in cuisines all over the world. The English name derives from Latin clavus 'nail' (also the origin of French clou 'nail') as the buds vaguely resemble small irregular nails in shape.

Uses

Cloves can be used in cooking either whole or in a ground form, but as they are extremely strong, they are used sparingly.   Cloves have historically been used in (both and ). In North Indian cuisine, it is used in almost all rich or spicy dishes as an ingredient of a mix named  , along with other spices, although it is not an everyday ingredient for home cuisine, nor is it used in summer very often. In Maharashtra, it is used sparingly for sweet or spicy dishes, but rarely in everyday cuisine. On the whole, Ayurveda categorizes it as having an effect of increasing heat in system, hence the difference of usage by region and season. In south Indian cuisine, it is used extensively in along with "cloves dish" (similar to , but with the addition of other spices), and it is normally added whole to enhance the presentation and flavor of the rice.

Dried cloves are also a key ingredient in Indian  , spiced tea, a special variation of tea popular in some regions, notably Gujarat. In the US, it is often sold under the name of "chai" or "chai tea", as a way of differentiating it from other types of teas sold in the US.

Due to the Indonesian influence, the use of cloves is widespread in the Netherlands. Cloves are used in cheeses, often in combination with cumin. Cloves are an essential ingredient for making Dutch Speculaas. Furthermore, cloves are used in traditional Dutch stews like Hachee.

Non Culinary Uses

The spice is used in a type of called in Indonesia. Kreteks have been smoked throughout , and, until recently, the United States. In 2009, clove cigarettes (as well as fruit and candy flavored cigarettes) were outlawed in the US.

Cloves are also an important material in and culture. And clove essence is commonly used in the production of many perfumes.

During , it is a tradition in some European countries to make from cloves and oranges to hang around the house. This spreads a nice scent throughout the house and acts as holiday decorations.

Medicinal and nostrums

Cloves are used in medicine, , and western and , where the essential oil is used as an (painkiller) for dental emergencies. Cloves are used as a , to increase hydrochloric acid in the stomach and to improve . Cloves are also said to be a natural . The essential oil is used in aromatherapy when stimulation and warming are needed, especially for digestive problems. Topical application over the stomach or abdomen are said to warm the digestive tract. The use of a clove in toothache is also said to decrease pain. It also helps to decrease infection in the teeth due to its antiseptic properties. Clove oil, applied to a cavity in a decayed tooth, also relieves toothache.

In Chinese medicine cloves or ding xiang are considered acrid, warm and aromatic, entering the , and , and are notable in their ability to warm the middle, direct stomach downward, to treat and to fortify the kidney . Because the herb is so warming it is contraindicated in any persons with fire symptoms and according to classical sources should not be used for anything except cold from yang deficiency. As such it is used in formulas for impotence or clear vaginal discharge from yang deficiency, for morning sickness together with and , or for vomiting and diarrhea due to spleen and stomach coldness. This would translate to . Clove oil is used in various skin disorders like acne, pimples etc. It is also used in severe burns, skin irritations and to reduce the sensitiveness of skin.

Cloves may be used internally as a tea and topically as an oil for hypotonic muscles, including for multiple sclerosis. this is also found in Tibetan medicine. Some recommend avoiding more than occasional use of cloves internally in the presence of inflammation such as is found in acute flares of autoimmune diseases.

In West Africa, the Yorubas use cloves infused in water as a treatment for stomach upsets, vomiting and diarrhea. The infusion is called Ogun Jedi-jedi.

Western studies have supported the use of cloves and clove oil for dental pain. However, studies to determine its effectiveness for fever reduction, as a mosquito repellent and to prevent premature ejaculation have been inconclusive. Clove may reduce blood sugar levels.

• Odour:  Characteristic
• Size: Homogenous
• Foreign matter 0%
• Stems:  2. 09%
• Inferior cloves: 2. 25%
• Admixture: ≤1%
• Moisture: 8%
• Quality:  High quality cloves oil-rich, whole, unbroken and stalk less and does not contain any woody brittle cloves. Reddish brown to brown in color and the head is light brown and closed.

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