Clove oil It is usually extracted by steam distillation from the leaves, stem and buds of the Eugenia caryophyllata tree, which is native to Indonesia and the Malacca Islands. This is a potent oil with a warm, strong, spicy smell and should be used very diluted and with great care in aromatherapy.
Clove essential oil can be used to heal or relieve acne, bruises, cuts and burns, leg sores, and as a pain reliever for rheumatism and arthritis. It is also said to be good for the digestive system, helping with vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, spasms, and parasites. It is considered valuable in relieving respiratory problems such as bronchitis, asthma, and tuberculosis. In aromatherapy, this essential oil stimulates the mind and acts as an aphrodisiac. It removes mental exhaustion and fatigue, and induces sleep in insomniacs.
Cloves were popularly used in ancient India and China. Ancient Chinese medicine is believed to have used cloves to treat indigestion, diarrhea, hernia, athlete's foot, and fungal infections. It has been used to treat mouth ulcers, toothaches, and as a breath freshener since ancient times in these countries. It was one of the first spices to be traded. Arab traders are said to have introduced cloves to Europe during the days of the Roman Empire.