Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs - Scott Cunningham 1985

Clove
The Herbs

(Eugenia carophyllus, Syzygium aromaticum or Caryophyllus aromaticus) G

Folk Names: Mykhet, Carenfil

Gender: Masculine

Planet: Jupiter

Element: Fire

Powers: Protection, Exorcism, Love, Money

Magical Uses: Burned as an incense, cloves attract riches, drive away hostile and negative forces, produce spiritual vibrations, and purify the area.

Cloves are burned as an incense to stop others from gossiping about you.

Worn or carried, cloves attract the opposite sex and bring comfort to the bereaved.