Although the exact time and method of cloves’ arrival in Sri Lanka remains uncertain, history suggests Arab traders or colonial powers likely introduced them, given Sri Lanka’s long-standing role as a global spice hub.

Cloves are the unopened flower buds of the evergreen tree Eugenia caryophyllus in the Myrtaceae family. This medium-sized tree, with smooth bark and glossy leaves, yields its most prized product—the aromatic buds—while its leaves and branches, distilled after harvest, produce clove oil renowned for its medicinal and culinary value.

Growing Areas & Conditions

• Regions: Wet mid-country districts – Matale, Kegalle, and Kandy; also cultivated in the low country.
• Soil: Deep, humus-rich loams or laterite soils; well-drained (avoid waterlogging).
• Climate: Humid tropical climate, 20–30 °C, ~2000 mm rainfall; alternating wet/dry periods for flowering.
• Elevation: Sea level to ~1000 m.

Cultivation & Harvesting

• Propagation: Fresh seeds (viability ~2 days) sown in polybags with soil & manure.
• Transplanting: After ~20 months in nursery.
• Harvest Season: December–April, when buds turn yellow-pink.
• Average Yield: ~250 kg dried cloves per hectare.

Why Choose Ceylon Cloves?

• High eugenol content for exceptional medicinal and aromatic value.
• 100% vegan, vegetarian, ethically sourced.
• Hand-picked, sun-dried, and sustainably processed.

Health Benefits

• Dental Care: Supports oral hygiene, freshens breath, and soothes tooth discomfort.
• Antioxidant Protection: Fights free radicals and oxidative stress.
• Respiratory Support: Helps relieve congestion and supports lung health.
• Anti-inflammatory & Antimicrobial: Assists in combating bacteria and fungi.

⚠ Caution: Clove oil must be diluted before topical or dental use; avoid contact with eyes.

Product Specifications

Whole Cloves

• Form: Dried unopened flower buds
• Color: Dark brown with lighter stem
• Aroma: Strong, warm, and sweet-spicy
• Moisture: ≤ 12%
• Purity: ≥ 99%
• Packaging: 100 g retail packs / bulk 25 kg bags
• Shelf Life: 24 months (cool, dry storage)
• Price:
  • 100 g Retail: US $5.50
  • Bulk (per kg): US 27.00

Ground Cloves (Powder)

• Form: Fine powder from dried cloves
• Color: Reddish-brown
• Aroma & Flavor: Intense, warm, pungent
• Moisture: ≤ 10%
• Purity: ≥ 99%
• Packaging: 100 g retail packs / bulk 25 kg bags
• Shelf Life: 18 months (airtight container)
• Price:
  • 100 g Retail: US $5.30
  • Bulk (per kg): US 27.00

Clove Oil

• Form: Essential oil from buds/leaves via steam distillation
• Color: Pale to light yellow
• Aroma: Strong, spicy-sweet
• Main Component: Eugenol (≥ 80%)
• Packaging: 10 ml retail bottles / bulk 1 L–25 L containers
• Shelf Life: 24 months (stored away from light & heat)
• Price:
  • 100 g Retail: US $12.90
  • Bulk (per kg): US 500.00