Spruce Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Tsuga canadensis

A member of the Pine family and also commonly called 'Hemlock' this variety of Spruce tree is a native species to the west coast of the USA and can mature to reach 50 meters in height.

This essential oil is steam distilled from the needles and twigs of wild grown Canadian Spruce trees.This Spruce oil has a bright citrus and floral top note, a distinctly green and resinous pine menthol and eucalyptus middle note with undertones that are slightly balsamic and deeply wooded. It serves as an excellent oil for use in yoga and meditative practice.

Spruce oil blends well with: Pine, Cedarwood, Lavender and Rosemary oil.

Spruce essential oil has been used as a topical application for muscular aches and pains, poor circulation and rheumatism and to improve breathing conditions of asthma, bronchitis, coughs and general respiratory weakness.

Antimicrobial, Antiseptic, Antitussive, Astringent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Expectorant, Nervine, Rubefacient, Stimulant (nervous and immune system), Tonic. (See Definitions.)

Psychological:

• Brightening and uplifting
• Grounding
• Clarifying and stimulating
• Balances anxiety and stress-related conditions

Circulatory System:

• Helps the regeneration of fatigued adrenal glands
• Stimulates blood flow to the extremities (hands, feet and head)

Respiratory System:

• Alleviates asthmatic symptoms
• Can treat bronchitis
• Quells coughs
• Strengthens the lungs
• Loosens and expels chest and lung congestion

Genito-Urinary System:

• Can balance menstrual cycles

Immune System:

• Stimulates immune function
• Can bring down or regulate fever

Muscles & Joints:

• Relieves pain, fatigue and aching in muscles
• Can be beneficial for rheumatism and arthritis

Topical:

• For adrenal support, use with Pine at a 10% dilution in hazelnut oil and apply to the kidney region.
• Dilute to less than 10% in a carrier oil and massage into sore muscles and joints.

Inhalation:

• Diffuse in small amounts to lift the energy of a space or for respiratory and immune system benefits.

Spruce oil is generally non-toxic, a non-irritant, and non-sensitizing.