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Clove: Encyclopedia spotlight

Warms center, directs counterflow downward

Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
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Clove

Warms center, directs counterflow downward.

Overview

Clove is acrid-warm and powerfully aromatic—warms the center, directs rebellious qi downward, and supports kidney yang in classical combos; common in spice blends.

Nature & meridians

Acrid, warm; Spleen, Stomach, Lung, Kidney.

Key ideas

  • Stomach cold patterns: hiccup, vomiting with cold signs.
  • Lower burner cold: yang-deficiency formulas (guidance required).
  • Deodorizing aroma: incense and kitchen synergy.

Aromatherapy notes

Contraindicated with stomach fire/excess heat; pregnancy dosing requires clinician input.

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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.

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