Description

Specifications

Product Type
Whole

English/ Common Name
Indian cloves

Botanical Name
Syzygium aromaticum

Origin
Egypt

General Usage

The clove tree produces small flower buds that are commonly known as cloves. These buds can be found in whole or ground form and can be used in a variety of ways in your cooking. While they are most famous for their sweet and fragrant taste, cloves have also been utilized in traditional medicinal practices. Cloves may have various potential health benefits; including keeping blood sugar in check and helping block the growth of bacteria.

Overview

Cloves are a versatile spice that adds flavor while also providing health benefits. They are high in antioxidants, may help regulate blood sugar, kill bacteria, and more.  Cloves are the flower buds of the clove tree, an evergreen also known as Syzygium aromaticum. Found in both whole and ground forms, this versatile spice can be used to season pot roasts, add flavor to hot beverages, and bring spicy warmth to cookies and cakes. You may know cloves as one of the main ingredients in gingerbread baked goods or a staple spice in Indian cuisine. Cloves are best known as a sweet and aromatic spice, but they have also been used in traditional medicine. The compounds in cloves may have several health benefits; including supporting liver health and helping stabilize blood sugar levels.

Packing and Shipment

Whole