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Clove oil is obtained from

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Wood of Santalum
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Leaves of Syzygium aromaticum
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Flower buds of Syzygium aromaticum
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Rhizome of Vetiver
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Solution

The correct option is C Flower buds of Syzygium aromaticum
Cloves are the aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, Syzygium aromaticum. They are native to the Maluku islands in Indonesia, and are commonly used as a spice. Oil is obtained from flower bud and used for perfumes and medicines. Thus, option C is correct.

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