Clove (syzygium aromaticum) – a review based upon its traditional therapeutic uses.

Clove (Syzygium aromaticum), also known as "lavang" in Ayurveda, is a most commonly used spice in Indian traditional system. About 80% of the occupants utilize clove as a traditional prescription as it contains medicinal properties which helps in treating diseases like vomiting, asthma, nausea, liver and stomach disorder. Majorly clove is consumed as a spice in Indian home kitchens. This plant contains active constituents that possess anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-microbial, antidiabetic, anti-platelet, anaesthetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, antithrombotic, pain-relieving, and insect repellent properties. This plant serves as the richest source of phenolic compounds such as eugenol, eugenol acetate, and gallic acid which is used in various applications like in agriculture, pharmaceutical, and in various food preservatives.