Clove Buds (Syzygium aromaticum) — Dried Food-Herb Spice, Bulk A+ Grade
Price range: $5.00 through $9.95
Description
Clove Buds (Syzygium aromaticum) are the dried flower buds of a revered aromatic food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Gōng Dīng Xiāng (公丁香). Also called simply Ding Xiang, clove has been prized for centuries as a warming, yang-supporting spice used to warm the middle, dispel cold, and support the Stomach and Kidney channels. Its nature is pungent and warm, making it a fragrant yet gently stimulating herb for culinary and traditional wellness use.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional warming food-herb spice
- Dried whole clove buds, A+ grade
- Syzygium aromaticum
- Suitable for cooking, tea, and decoction
- Bulk 500g loose format
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its deep reddish-brown color, plump bud shape, and intensely aromatic fragrance. When brewed or simmered, the buds release a warm, sweet-spicy aroma with a lingering, slightly numbing pungency that carries notes of camphor and dried fruit, adding depth to broths and infusions without overwhelming other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Whole Flower Buds |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Gong Ding Xiang (Clove) |
| Botanical Name | Syzygium aromaticum |
| Form | Whole Dried Buds |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Grade | A+ |
Usage Scenarios
- Culinary spice for braises and broths
- Herbal tea and decoction blends
- Medicinal food soup packs
- Traditional warming spice blends
- Commercial food preparation
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, clove is decocted into warming soups, medicinal congees, and seasonal tonics to support digestive warmth during cold weather. It is a common ingredient in winter soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like ginger, cinnamon bark, and fennel seed. As a tea, it is brewed alone or blended with star anise and orange peel for a fragrant, warming infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Gong Ding Xiang?
A: Gong Ding Xiang is the common Chinese name for dried flower buds of Syzygium aromaticum, commonly known as clove. It is a traditional aromatic food herb used in cooking and tea.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of clove?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, clove is associated with warming the middle, dispelling cold, and supporting the Stomach and Kidney channels. It is often used in warming soups and teas for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried clove buds?
A: Add whole buds to braises, broths, or soup packs during cooking, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | 500g clove sticks, Clove 80g bag |
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