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  Cypress

Latin Name

Cupressus Sempervirens

Family

Cupressaceae/Coniferae

Origin

Tree/leaves/core - Mediterranean

Note

Middle/Base

Contra-Indications

Pregnancy

Physiological Uses

  • Varicose veins and haemorrhoids
  • Tonic for liver
  • Reproductive System - Menstrual problems - PMT and painful periods. Helps menopause
  • Muscular - Antispasmodic and antirheumatic - helps muscular cramps
  • Helps mature skin
  • Cooling and drying oil

Emotional Uses

Helps emotional withdrawl. Helps fear. Soothing effect on anger.

Blends well with

Lemon, Juniper, Lavender, Clary Sage, Benzoin, Bergamot, Orange, Rosemary, Sandalwood

 
 
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