Clove is a common name of the dried flower buds of a tropical tree in the family Myrtaceae, Syzygium aromaticum, also known as clove tree, clove spice, or simply clove. Clove is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 15 meters tall, with thin branches, thin oval or round leaves, opposite, and green throughout the year. The flower buds are small and reddish-brown, with four petals and four stamens. Its horticultural varieties are few, but the most common are Zanzibar, Madagascar, and Indonesia.

Clove is one of the most popular and versatile spices, combining aroma, flavor, and health benefits in one of the edible and medicinal excellent plant products. Clove can kill bacteria, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion, and can be called a wonder spice. Clove tea made from clove buds is a traditional drink in many cultures. It has a strong fragrance and spicy taste and is enjoyed by many people.

Clove drying process

Clove after harvesting through the sorting link, you can enter the drying room drying, spread the clove on the material tray, the bottom of the tray mesh mesh number larger, in order to facilitate air circulation,

Drying process is divided into four stages of completion, the first stage 40 ° C temperature, time of 1 hour, make clove evenly heated in the drying room, some moisture can be seen dripping in about 30 minutes, entered the second stage, after temperature balance temperature up to 45 C, drying room setting control at 25% relative humidity, continuously dehumidify, 4 hours, After the third stage, the temperature was raised to 50°C, the relative humidity in the drying room was set at 15%, the time was 1 hour, and the moisture was continuously removed. After 30 minutes of operation, the water flow of the drain pipe stopped, and it became a few drops, and then continued to work. After 30 minutes, the drying work can basically be finished.