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Clove (Laung)

Clove (Laung)

Syzygium aromaticum

Hard difficultyPerennialSpices
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
24" pot
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Start from
Plant a high-quality nursery sapling; needs partial shade in its first 2 years

About Clove (Laung)

A long-term perennial evergreen spice tree. The commercial 'clove' is the unopened, dried flower bud. Requires a large container, immense patience (takes 5-7 years to flower), and tropical conditions.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
20–30°C
Heat stress above
35°C
Cold stress below
15°C
Humidity
High (70–90%)
Rain sensitivity
Moderate

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–730
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 731–1800
Stage 3
Harvest
Day 1900–1930

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