Juniper, One Seed Essential Oil (Juniperus monosperma)

Overview

Juniper, One Seed may also be referred to as One-seed juniper, oneseed Juniper, cherrystone juniper, New Mexico cedar, West Texas Juniper. It is typically processed using steam or hydro distillation as a method for extracting oil from the berries, needles.

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Essential Facts

Aroma Description:
Astringent Balsamic Earthy Fresh Spicy
Common Name(s): One-seed juniper, oneseed Juniper, cherrystone juniper, New Mexico cedar, West Texas Juniper
Synonyms(s) for Juniperus monosperma: Juniperus californica var. monosperma, Juniperus gymnocarpa, Juniperus mexicana var. monosperma, Juniperus occidentalis f. gymnocarpa, Juniperus occidentalis var. gymnocarpa, Juniperus occidentalis var. monosperma, Sabina monosperma
Botanical Family: Cupressaceae
Botanical Genus: Juniperus
Chemical Family: Monoterpenes
Perfumery Note: Middle
Indigenous Country: United States :Arizona
Cultivation: Wild Harvested
Processing Methods: Steam or Hydro Distillation
Part Typically Used: Berries, Needles
Shelf Life: 5 years