The plant is small bushy shrubs or tree, 3 - 35 feet in height growing at an altitude ranging from 8,800 to 15,400 feet in the Himalayan region. The berries are plucked from the branches of the plant once a year and dried and ground before distillation.
Botanical Name:
Juniperus communis
Aromatic Aroma:
Juniper Berry has a fresh, rich-balsamic, woody-sweet and pine needle-like aroma reminiaroma of evergreen oils.
Consistency:
Medium
Note:
Middle
Aroma Strength:
Medium
Extraction Method:
Steam Distilled
Plant Part:
Berries
Origin:
India
Color:
Colorless to pale yellow
Common Uses:
Juniper Berry is credited as being a supportive, restoring, and a tonic aid. It is excellent for meditation and is a popular oil in weight loss and detoxification blends, because of its diuretic properties. It is also considered purifying and clearing for the mind.
Blends Well With:
Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Geranium, Marjoram, Rosemary, Chamomile and Eucalyptus.
History:
In traditional Indian medicine, the oil is applied externally to relieve rheumatic pain to counteract alopecia; as a styptic and to wounds.
Cautions:
Non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Avoid use during pregnancy.
