Syzygium aromaticum

Common name Clove
Botanical Name Syzygium aromaticum
Vernacular name English -CloveHindi- Laung
Gujarati- Lavang
Sanskrit- Devapuspa
Family Myrtaceae
Class Dicotyledonae
Parts of plant used Flower buds
Chemical Constituents Essential oil(eugenalacetate)
Therapeutic uses Used in the treatment of vomiting, nausea, liver, bowel and stomach disorders; and as a stimulant for the nerves.

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