Clove
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Clove
Clove leaf roll phytoplasma
Clove is a fragrant spice that comes from the dried flower buds of a tropical tree. It is used in cooking and has a strong, warm flavor and aroma.
Habitat: Tropical regions
Appearance
The Clove tree is a medium-sized evergreen with smooth gray bark and large, glossy green leaves. Its distinctive flower buds, initially pale, turn green, then bright red as they mature, resembling small nails.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMyrtalesFamilyMyrtaceaeGenusSyzygium
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Egyptians used cloves to preserve mummies due to their strong antiseptic properties!
For centuries, people used cloves as a natural breath freshener and toothache remedy.
Only unopened flower buds are harvested; they shrink and darken to become the spice!
Zanzibar was once the world's biggest clove producer, called "Spice Island"!
Special abilities
Ability
Flavor Fortress
Clove produces eugenol, a strong aromatic compound, which helps it deter many herbivores and pathogens.
Ability
Bud Power
Its valuable flower buds are harvested before opening, packed with concentrated oils for defense and attraction.
Ability
Year-round Producer
Clove trees can flower and fruit multiple times a year, ensuring continuous seed dispersal and survival.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 800-1200 cm
- Spread
- 400-600 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Year-round in tropical climates
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
visits flowers for nectar
eats
Humans
Homo sapiens
harvests flower buds for spice
Traits
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Fruit Bearing
Fruit-bearing plants produce fruits, which are the mature ovaries of flowering plants containing seeds.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Spice
This human use trait indicates species from which spices are derived, used for flavoring, preserving food, or as aromatic agents.
Ancient Lineage
This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
Clove Bud
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Clove spice is safe for cooking but should not be eaten in large amounts by children.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Clove?
800-1200 cm
How wide does Clove spread?
400-600 cm
How big are the flowers on Clove?
1-2 cm
When does Clove bloom?
Year-round in tropical climates
Is Clove edible?
Yes
Is Clove toxic?
None
What is Clove's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Clove pollinated?
Insect
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