Cloves Loose Herb

Clove ( Eugenia carophyllus, Syzygium aromaticum or Caryophyllus aromaticus) 

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Jupiter

Element: Fire

Magickal Purpose: protection, exorcism, love, money

Medicinal Purpose: stimulating and carminative the medicinal properties reside in the volatile oil. 

Dietary herbal use of cloves can aid in the relief of a wide variety of ailments, both internal and external. As a supplement, the spice can either be used in its whole form, ground form, or reduced to its essential oil.

• Clove use can soothe and relax the inner lining of the intestines, aiding in digestion. It can also aid in quieting upset stomach.

• Cloves can help the esophagus produce more phlegm and act as an expectorant, making coughs less severe and more productive.

• • Clove has been shown to have analgesic properties. This property is particularly effective for tooth pain. Whole clove can be applied directly to the gum in problem areas. The thin skinned membrane of the gums readily absorbs oil from the clove, providing topical relief from pain. Although less effective, clove can also be applied to outer skin to help with sun burn or poison ivy.

  • Clove can act as an antimicrobial agent, killing parasites and bacteria in the digestive tract. In appropriate dosage, it can help to relieve excessive gas bloating.

  • There is some evidence that certain compounds in clove act as antihistamines, keeping sinus passageways clear and open.

  • When the oil is applied topically, it can relieve pain from rheumatism, arthritis, or other inflammation-based pain.

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