cypress

[cupressus sempervirens and lusitanica]

Description

Cypress is a tall evergreen tree with dark green foliage. Cypress essential oil is extracted from the tree's needles and young twigs, which give it a fresh fragrance with just a hint of woody spice.

Plant Part

needles and twigs

Extraction

steam distillation

Aromatic Scent

austere, balsamic, dry, slightly nutty, smoky, spicy, sweet, tenacious, woody

Primary Uses

astringent, excessive perspiration, hemorrhoids, menorrhagia, oily skin, rheumatism, vericose veins