Clove stem

Clove stems are the slender, woody parts of the clove plant that remain after the flower buds are harvested. While the buds themselves are used primarily as a spice, the stems have a more secondary role and are not commonly used in culinary applications due to their tougher texture and less aromatic flavor profile. However, they do have some interesting characteristics.

Flavor and Aroma:
Clove stems have a less intense aroma compared to the flower buds, but they still carry a mild, woody, and slightly bitter clove-like scent. The flavor is generally less pungent and spicy than the buds, but still has a hint of the distinctive warmth and bitterness that cloves are known for.

Uses:

1. Essential Oil Production: Clove stems are often used for extracting clove oil, though the oil derived from the stems is generally lower in eugenol (the compound responsible for the characteristic flavor) compared to the oil from the buds.

2. Spice Production (Ground): In some regions, clove stems are ground into powder and used in spice blends, although they're typically considered inferior to the bud-based clove powder due to their milder flavor.

3. Herbal and Medicinal Uses: The oil from clove stems may have some medicinal uses similar to clove buds, such as antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties, though it’s less common in mainstream herbal medicine.

4. Burning or Incense: Sometimes, clove stems are used in making incense or are burned for their mild clove aroma. The oil evaporates more slowly from the stem, giving a more subtle fragrance than from the buds.

Though not as commonly sought after as the clove buds themselves, clove stems still have a range of uses, especially in more specialized applications like natural remedies and essential oil production.

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Budi Harto

Star Laboratories

Pergudangan Mutiara Margomulyo Indah C 15, Surabaya, Indonesia

Whatsapp/ Phone : +62 816 525 328

USD Price : $1200/ton