Cloves Whole

Syzygium aromaticum

Origin: Madagascar

Clove is an aromatic bud of a tree, originally native to Indonesia. The spice is now traded throughout the world, popular for its sharp, earthy, strongly spicy aroma and flavor ? the scent and taste of clove has become synonymous with fall treats like pumpkin pie and spiced chocolate. The essential oil has been very effective in numbing the pain of toothaches and babies who are teething, or for temporary relief of tooth pain for adults.