Cloves (Caryophylli flos)

Cloves are an evergreen tree that grows to a height of about 12 meters. The tree is native to Indonesia. However, it is grown in various tropical regions of the world. N.U.S. AG uses the dried, ground flower buds. Nowadays, many cloves come from the African island of Pemba , which is located just off Tanzania next to Zanzibar. The cloves contain a lot of essential oils, eugenol and others.

Cloves are an evergreen tree that grows to a height of about 12 meters. The tree is native to Indonesia. However, it is grown in various tropical regions of the world. N.U.S. AG uses the dried, ground flower buds. Nowadays, many cloves come from the African island of Pemba , which is located just off Tanzania next to Zanzibar. The cloves contain a lot of essential oils, eugenol and others.

The effects are very different from antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, to local anesthetic. The antibacterial effect has been proven in numerous tests with various bacteria. The antiviral effect is known for herpes viruses. The medical areas of application are especially in dentistry against inflammations of the pharyngeal and oral mucosa. Folk medicine describes a use for bad breath, colds, headaches, insect bites, dermatoses and acne in young people. Cloves are a very well-known kitchen spice for flavoring gingerbread, fruit dishes, game dishes, various types of sausages and for preserving.