Compendium of Clove

Book excerpt: Welcome to the definitive guide Compendium of Clove: Navigating Agriculture, Chemistry, Processing, and Health Benefits, where centuries of tradition meet cutting-edge research on clove. Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) has a rich history dating back millennia, revered for its aromatic allure, medicinal properties, and economic significance across cultures. From the verdant plantations to the laboratory bench, each chapter in this book unfolds the intricate story of clove, bridging historical insights with contemporary studies, exploring its historical and botanical descriptions, community benefits, chemical composition, and diverse industrial applications. This A-Z compendium not only consolidates existing knowledge but also pioneers new frontiers in clove research. It offers a panoramic view that caters to botanists, pharmacognosists, phytochemists, pharmacologists, food scientists, agriculturalists, industrialists, and policymakers alike. KEY FEATURES: The book offers the origins and history of clove distribution, plant habits, and botanical descriptions. It provides insights into cultivation practices of clove, including good agricultural practices (GAP) and post-harvest management of clove. The book underlines how the biochemistry of plants, complete phytochemical screening, characterization, separation, and other factors affect the volatile oils of plants. It underlines clove's pharmacological and clinical aspects and highlights its usage in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries. The book showcases market value, trade, and regulatory guidelines of clove in different countries. Whether you seek a botanical expedition or a pharmacological breakthrough, whether your interest lies in chemistry or global economics, this book embarks on a journey that celebrates clove as not just a spice but a cornerstone of interdisciplinary research and industrial enterprise. Join us as we unearth the essence of clove—a testament to nature's bounty and human ingenuity, encapsulated within the pages of this definitive document.