Cedarwood virginian essential oil 10ml - 100% pure botanical name: juniperus virginiana plant part: wood extraction method: steam origin: usa description: the virginia cedarwood [juniperus virginia] is a slow-growing, coniferous evergreen, reaching heights of 33 metres or so, the diameter of the trunks can reach over 1.5 metres. Has a reddish heartwood and bears brown cones also known as red cedar, it is from the family cupressace?. Although this tree is from this family and not from the family pinace?, it is still called virginia cedar. colour: colorless to pale yellow consistency: medium note: base strength of aroma: strong. blends well with: bergamot, clary sage, cypress, frankincense, jasmine, juniper, neroli, oakmoss, petitgrain, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, vetiver, and ylang-ylang. aromatic scent:cedarwood virginian's scent is sweet and woody, sometimes reminiscent of sandalwood. history:cedarwood virginian is an important ornamental and timber tree of eastern north america whose fragrant wood is made into cabinets, fence posts, and pencils. Used by native american indians to treat respiratory infections. A decoction of the leaves, bark, twigs and fruits, is said to help with menstrual delay, rheumatism, arthritis, skin rashes, and kidney infections.