Why People Put Cloves in Oranges: The Powerful Tradition Behind Orange Pomanders

Why People Put Cloves in Oranges: The Powerful Tradition Behind Orange Pomanders Few homemade traditions capture both history and sensory delight quite like the clove‑studded orange — often called an “orange pomander.” What might look like a simple decorative craft is actually the product of centuries of tradition: once a protective amulet, then a natural …