Clove (Laung)
Also known as
Latin : Syzygium aromaticum
Sanskrit : Clove
Hindi : Lavangam
Marathi : Laung
Tamil : Lavanga
Telugu : Kirampu
Malayalam : Lavangamu
Kannada : Lavanga
How it looks�It is a conical evergreen tree with a single main stem and sharp fragrant leaves. The flower buds are greenish to pink clustered at the ends of the branches and
are highly aromatic. The fruits are fleshy and seeds are oval.
What we use�Dried flower buds.
What it does�It is aromatic, refrigerant, ophthalmic, digestive, carminative, stomachic, stimulant, anti-spasmodic, antibacterial, aphrodisiac, expectorant and anthelmintic.
"How we use it�
In
vomiting�Fry a couple of cloves, powder them and add a little honey to it for licking down slowly to stop vomiting.
In
stye�In this eye infection, paste cloves and apply on the spot to reduce inflammation.
In
tooth cavity�Drop a little clove juice into the dental cavity to numb the nerve endings and bring down pain. You could even chew the cloves as such for the same effect.
In
headaches�Clove oil is a celebrated remedy for both headaches and toothaches. Even pasted cloves can be applied to the head as a counter irritant to relieve headaches.
In
coughs�Even longstanding coughs can be rooted out by constantly chewing cloves. Some clove oil in a glass of hot milk will also serve the purpose.
To
subside thirst�Especially in intestinal disorders when there is constant thirst, the peel of cloves should be pasted and taken with hot water.
Cloves contain a chemical called 'eugenol' that inhibits the growth of the bacteria. It is a natural antibiotic.
Modern Studies
Eugenol, an active principle of clove was found to inhibit gastric acid secretion in higher concentrations and facilitated digestion in lower concentrations.
Clove is an important ingredient of an ayurvedic tooth paste found clinically effective in combating dental disorders.
In
vomiting�To curb vomiting in pregnant woman, boil 3gm cloves in 3kg water till water becomes half. Sip it slowly to check vomiting.
Modern Studies
Eugenol, an active principle of clove was found to inhibit gastric acid secretion in higher concentrations and facilitated digestion in lower concentrations.
Clove is an important ingredient of an ayurvedic tooth paste found clinically effective in combating dental disorders.
