What part of the clove do you eat?

The part of the clove that you eat is the dried flower bud of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum). These flower buds are harvested when they are still unopened and then dried to develop their distinctive strong flavor and aroma. Cloves are commonly used as a spice in both sweet and savory dishes, as well as in beverages. The entire dried bud is typically used, either whole or ground into powder.