Black Spruce, Organic

Product Details

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Botanical name

Picea mariana

Aroma

Fresh, balsamic, slightly fruity

Note

Top, Middle

Key constituents

Alpha-pinene, bornyl acetate, beta-pinene, myrcene

Plant description

Botanical family: Pineceae

Black Spruce is a hardy evergreen which grows in temperate areas of the Northern Hemisphere. It typically grows to 50 feet in height, produces bluish, needle-like leaves and small dense cones.

Extraction method / Source

Steam distillation / Bark

Regions of Production

Canada, USA

Growing Practices

Organically managed forest. Needles are tested for purity after harvest.

Properties

Antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, expectorant, immune-stimulating, nervine (Shutes, 2014)

(Please refer to the Glossary for terms which may be new to you.)

Uses / Benefits

Improves circulation, provides symptomatic relief of muscle pain. Supports immune function, helpful for colds and flu. Stimulating, helps with mental fatigue and physical exhaustion. See Holistic Adrenal Support.

Modes of Administration

Topical: massage, compress

Inhalation: direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporizer, aromatherapy inhaler.

Fragrant influences

Deepens the breath, stimulating.

Safety

Notice

This information is for educational purposes only. It has not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease, and should not take the place of evaluation by a qualified health professional. Although we strive to provide information which is accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information.

Precautions

Pure essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts. Do not use them undiluted, or in the eyes or mucus membranes. If applying an essential oil to the skin, always dilute it with a proper carrier oil and test on a small patch of skin before applying to a large area. Do not take them internally except under the direction of a qualified professional trained in Aromatherapy. Always familiarize yourself with the safety, contraindications and proper preparation of each essential oil before use. Note that when using essential oils for children and the elderly, very low concentrations should be used. Keep all essential oils away from children and pets.

References

Cooksley, Valerie Gennari, Aromatherapy: Soothing Remedies to Restore, Rejuvenate, and Heal, 2002. Prentice Hall Press, New York, NY.

Cooksley, Valerie Gennari, Aromatherapy: A Holistic Guide to Natural Healing with Essential Oils, 2015. Floramed Publishing, The Woodlands, TX.

International Fragrance Research Association, http://www.ifraorg.org/en-us/standards (January 5, 2016).

Schnaubelt, Kurt, Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, (English translation)1998. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Schnaubelt, Kurt, The Healing Intelligence of Essential Oils: The Science of Aromatherapy, 2011. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Shutes, Jade, The Dynamics of Blending: A Guide to Blending and a Reference Manual for Essential Oils and Base Materials, 2014. The East-West School for Herbal and Aromatic Studies, Chapel Hill, NC.

Tisserand, Robert and Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety, 2nd edition, 2014. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, New York, NY.

United States Food and Drug Administration, HHS, 182.1 Substances That Are Generally Recognized as Safe, 182.20 Essential oils, Oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates), http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/CFR-2012-title21-vol3-sec182 (January 28, 2016)

TIMELESS Essential Oils guarantees the purity and quality of all our therapeutic oils.  The current Certificate of Analysis is available upon request.  All essential oils are best stored in an airtight container away from heat and light.