Folklore

For a time, the Mollucan people would try to plant a clove tree for every child that was born, as they believed that the child and tree would share a fate.

Clove oil is thought to be beneficial for oral and skin health. Clove oil is also common in first aid kits, due to its various antiseptic properties.

Mixing clove with wine or cider is said to maximise its aphrodisiac properties. In friendship, it was thought that if both parties wore a pouch with seven cloves inside it, their friendship would be unbreakable.