Clove vs Origanum Minutiflorum

Clove is an aromatic flower bud native to Indonesia, used in medicine and cooking for over 2,000 years. Its primary compound, eugenol, has potent analgesic and antimicrobial properties. Clove oil is one of the most traditional and effective remedies for toothache and dental pain.

Wild oregano species endemic to Turkey used in traditional Anatolian medicine for respiratory infections, digestive disorders, and antifungal conditions.

Eugenol, Eugenyl acetate, Beta-caryophyllene, Gallic acid, Kaempferol

carvacrol, thymol, gamma-terpinene, flavonoids, rosmarinic acid

Toothache remedy, Digestive aid, Antimicrobial, Pain relief, Breath freshener

respiratory infections, antifungal, digestive disorders, antimicrobial, inflammation

Dental pain, Oral infections, Digestive support, Antimicrobial applications, Anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Clove oil: 1-2 drops applied topically for dental pain; Internal: 1-2 cloves or 100-250mg daily

3–5g dried herb as tea or essential oil 3–5 drops in carrier

Bleeding disorders, Pre-surgery, Liver disease, Undiluted use on mucous membranes

pregnancy high doses, allergy to Lamiaceae

Gum irritation, Mouth tissue damage (undiluted oil), GI upset, Allergic reactions, Blood thinning

skin irritation from oil, mild digestive upset