Cloves

Cloves are whole, and sold by the ounce.

Cloves are a small, bushy evergreen tree that has shiny, oval, leathery, aromatic leaves which are pink when young. Pink white flowers are produced in late summer followed by aromatic purple berries. Cloves are the dried flower buds.

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Magical Properties:
Zodiac: Aquarius
Gender: Male
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Deities: Macha, Danu, Sucellus
Basic Powers: Strengthens memory, worn to drive away hostile or negative forces

Cloves may be mixed into incense to enhance ones psychic ability or to help perceive astral visions.

Medicinal Usage:
Cloves relieve pain and are often used in toothache remedies. It also helps control nausea and vomiting. It is prescribed to help improve digestion and protects against intestinal parasites. It also causes uterine contractions so don't use while pregnant.

Culinary Usage:
Cloves are used widely in flavoring ham, mulled winter drinks, pickles, cakes, mincemeat, and preserves.

Cosmetic Usage:
N/A

Usage Example:
Try a clove studded onion in a stew. Whole cloves are often added to mulled cider or wine, and hot teas. Traditional hams may be studded with whole cloves. Cloves are mainly used in sweets, cakes, stewed fruits and preserves, in sauces, and in cooking pork where the cloves are inserted into the meat.

NOTE: Although there are medical usage notations provided for Cloves listed above, we are not doctors, and do not provide this educational information as medical advice. We suggest you consult with a physician or certified herbologist if you are seeking medical remedies. The information provided above is strictly informational, and not meant or intended as medical advice. The Magick Moon, nor its employees shall be held responsible, or liable for the misuse of herbs listed in this section.