Guest guest Posted May 9, 2006 Report Share Posted May 9, 2006 Red Cedar Virginia Cedarwood - Juniperus virginiana Red Cedar is not a true cedar, it is a variety of Juniper. This slow growing evergreen tree is native to North America and can grow up to 100 ft tall with large branches that spread from 8 feet to 20 feet. Cedar trees can live to be up to 2,000 years old. They provide shelter to the wild animals and birds love the berries they produce. Cedarwood is well known for providing lumber to make furniture, fences and decking. The shavings are widely used as bedding for pets as it repels fleas and other small insects. Cedarwood has a long history in religious rituals and spiritual communication by the Egyptians and North American Indians. Today it is still widely used in meditation to help promote spiritual awareness as well as in purification, healing and protection ceremonies. In aromatherapy, Cedarwood has many uses. It is good for easing colds, flu and bronchitis. Use the essential oil in a diffuser or a steam inhalation bath. This oil can be used for arthritis and rheumatism. Simply add a few drops to the bath or massage the oil directly to affected area. Cedarwood is a natural anti-depressant and a sedative. These calming properties make it good for nervous tension, stress and anxiety. The dried Cedarwood chips and shavings can be used to repel moths, burned as fire starter or incense, for meditation and as a filler for potpourri blends. It blends well with Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Jasmine, Rosewood, Lavender, Patchouli, Vetiver and Sandalwood. It takes about 29 pounds of dried plant material to produces one pound of Cedarwood essential oil. This oil is great for hair care as it controls dandruff and improves the condition of the hair by stimulating the scalp and hair follicles. Great for promoting hair growth while minimizing hair loss. It's astringent effects are useful for oily skin, acne and blemishes. Cedarwood has been use extensively in the soaps, cosmetics and perfume industry. Great for polishing hardwood floors. Use undiluted or dilute in a spritzer bottle with linseed oil. Properties include: anti-fungal, anti-infectious, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, sedative, mild aphrodisiac and insect repellant. Cautions: High concentrations may irritate sensitive skin. Avoid when pregnant. Dried Herb Usage Incense - Burn as incense in spiritual rituals and meditation. Insect Repellent - Put Cedarwood sachets in the closets, drawers and attics. Aromatherapy/Home Use Skin Care: Acne, eczema, oily skin, and psoriasis. Hair - Dandruff control, scalp stimulation. Circulation, Muscles & Joints: Arthritis and rheumatism. Respiratory System: Asthma, bronchitis and congestion. Immune System: Colds and flu. Nervous System: Anxiety, stress, tension. Massage Oil: Rub over abdomen for bladder infection and pain. The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.~ Albert Einstein ~ Check Out My Groups: Everything Natural http://health./ Everything Magick EverythingMagick/ -- Version: 7.1.392 / Virus Database: 268.5.5/334 - Release 5/8/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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