History
The people on the island of Ternate were free from epidemics until the 16th century, when Dutch conquerors destroyed the clove trees that flourished on the islands. Many of the islanders died from the epidemics that followed.
Cloves were reputed to be part of the "Marseilles Vinegar" or "Four Thieves Vinegar" used by grave-robbing bandits to protect themselves during the 15th century plague.
Clove was listed in Hildegard's Medicine, a compilation of early German medicines by highly-regarded Benedictine herbalist Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179).
Healers in China and India have used clove buds since ancient times as part of their treatments.
Eugenol, clove's principal constituent, was used in the dental industry for years to numb gums.
Courmont et al. demonstrated that a solution of .05% eugenol from clove oil was sufficient to kill the tuberculosis bacillus (Gattefosse, 1990).
Cloves were reputed to be part of the "Marseilles Vinegar" or "Four Thieves Vinegar" used by grave-robbing bandits to protect themselves during the 15th century plague.
Clove was listed in Hildegard's Medicine, a compilation of early German medicines by highly-regarded Benedictine herbalist Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179).
Healers in China and India have used clove buds since ancient times as part of their treatments.
Eugenol, clove's principal constituent, was used in the dental industry for years to numb gums.
Courmont et al. demonstrated that a solution of .05% eugenol from clove oil was sufficient to kill the tuberculosis bacillus (Gattefosse, 1990).
AromaSweet, spicy, stimulating, revitalizing
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NoteMiddle
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ProductionSteam distilled from flower bud & stem
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Common Uses
- Anti-aging
- Arthritis / Rheumatism
- Cardiovascular disease
- Hepatitis
- Pain Management
- Throat infections
- Toothache
Properties
Analgesic, antifungal, antiinfectious, anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative/tonic, warming
Emotional Healing
Clove supports the letting go of past experiences and helps to move from a "victim" mindset to that of a survivor. It gives courage to say NO, as it helps with setting healthy boundaries.
Application
Dilute 1 part EO with 4 parts organic vegetable oil
Apply 2-4 drops on location, gums or mouth
Use on chakras/Vita Flex points
Use caution when diffusing
Apply 2-4 drops on location, gums or mouth
Use on chakras/Vita Flex points
Use caution when diffusing
Caution
May cause skin irritation and dermatitis due to the high eugenol (phenol) components in the oil.
Not to be used for babies & children!
Assert caution when having impaired liver function or clotting disorders - check with your medical doctor!
Not to be used for babies & children!
Assert caution when having impaired liver function or clotting disorders - check with your medical doctor!
References
- Butje, A. Aromahead Institut, USA; http://www.aromahead.com
- Essential Science Publishing. Essential Oil Desk Reference. 4th Edition. USA. 2007.
- Lawless, J. The illustrated encyclopedia of essential oils. Thorson, London, 1995.
- MacDonald, D. Emotional healing with essential oils. Enlighten Alternative Healing, LLC., USA, 2012
- Schnaubelt, K.The healing intelligence of essential oils - The science of advanced aromatherapy. Healing Arts Press, USA, 2011
- Williams, K. Aromatics International, USA; http://www.aromaticsinternational.com
