Synonyms: Caryophylli Flos, Caryophyllum, Ding Xiang, Ting Hsiang
Family: Myrtaceae
Genus species: Syzygium aromaticum, Eugenia caryophyllata, Eugenia caryophyllus, Eugenia aromatica, Caryophyllus aromaticus
Type: Evergreen tree
Part Used: Dried buds
Location: east African Islands, Indonesia, Madagascar, Malaysia, Philippines, South America, Sri Lanka
Actions: Analgesic (topical), antemetic, antibacterial (Helicobacter pylori), anticoagulant, antifungal, antiseptic (essential oil, used in dentistry), antispasmodic, antiviral, aromatic, carminative, circulatory stimulant, digestive, expectorant, local anesthetic, spasmolytic, spice, stomachic, tranquilizer, uterine stimulant, vasodilator
Indications: Athlete's foot (tincture of 15% in 70% alcohol), Bronchitis, candidiasis (tea), common cold, diarrhea, dysentery, earache, gastric ulcer, hiccups, influenza, lumbago, myalgia, nausea, roundworm, sore throat, stomatitis, toothache, ulcer, vomiting
Chemicals & Nutrients: Aluminum, Calcium, Fats (15%), Fiber, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Protein, Sodium, Vitamin C
Preparation & Dosages:
Powder: 0.12-0.3 g
Decoction: 1.5-5 g, in 2-3 doses
Mouthwash equivalent to 1-5% essential oil, dentistry, undiluted oil.
Drug Interactions: Anticoagulant drugs. Eugenol is a powerful inhibitor of platelet activity and can potentiate anticoagulants.
Safety: GRAS. Safe when used appropriately.