Botanical
Clove
Clove is the dried flower bud of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum), used whole or ground as a spice. Eugenol is the main component of clove oil.
Also listed as Syzygium Aromaticum, Organic Clove, Clove Extract, Organic Clove Extract
Clove in the kitchen
Whole and ground cloves flavour foods including stews, cakes and tea. This culinary use is distinct from taking concentrated eugenol or clove oil. 1
Sources
- Eugenol (Clove Oil) LiverTox, NIDDK, 2019