Botanical Name
Syzygium aromaticum, syn. Caryophyllus aromaticus
 
Usual Origin(s)
Madagascar
 
Description
Cloves are the dried, aromatic flower buds of the clove tree. A potent spice with a uniquely warm, sweet, and aromatic character. Most often used sparingly, especially since cloves have a numbing effect in the mouth. Cloves pair well with various spices, including cinnamon, allspice, vanilla, red wine, basil, onion, citrus peels, star anise, and peppercorns.
 
Folk Names
Mykhet, Carenfil
 
Gender
Masculine
 
Planet
Jupiter
 
Element
Fire
 
Powers
Protection, Money Drawing, Love, Fidelity, Exorcism, and Success
 
Magical Uses
Burned as an incense, cloves attract riches, drive away hostile and negative forces, produce spiritual vibrations, and purify the area. Cloves are burned as an incense to stop others from gossiping about you. Worn or carried, cloves attract the opposite sex and bring comfort to the bereaved. 
 
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