Black Spruce

Common Name: Black Spruce (Christmas Tree Aroma)

Botanical Name: Picea mariana (Mill.) Britton

Synonyms: Canadian Black Pine

Family:  Pinaceae 

There are three other Spruce species that produce essential oils

Norway Spruce – Picea abies L. / Common Spruce, European Spruce

Hemlock Spruce – Tsuga canadensis L / Eastern Hemlock, Hemlock

White Spruce – Picea glauca (Moench) Voss / Canadian Spruce

 

Chemical Composition includes:

Bornyl Acetate @ 36%

B-Pinene @ 14%

x-Pinene @ 13.7%

Camphene @ 8%

 

Precautions / Contraindications:  

Non Toxic

Non irritating

Non sensitizing – may occur if oil has oxidized

Avoid oil or oxidized oils

GRAS

 

As with all essential oils, taking internally, ingesting or adding to food / beverages is not recommended and can cause harm. 

Keep all essential oils out of the reach of children, lids secured in a cool dark location. 

 

Actions commonly cited in aromatherapy:

The actions cited within this profile are not guaranteed in every situation; they are examples of what we can expect from each oil.  They are based on scientific analysis of each oils unique chemical composition and knowledge of the expected actions of those components, lab & clinical studies, historical & traditional uses, and firsthand & anecdotal experiences.

 

Antimicrobial

Antiseptic

Antitussive

Astringent

Diaphoretic

Diuretic

Respiratory Expectorant – Asthma, bronchitis, colds, flu, cough, respiratory weakness

Nervine

Rubefacient

Tonic - endocrine tonic in the pituitary, thyroid, adrenals and ovaries.   

Muscle aches pain, poor circulation, rheumatism

 

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Mental & Emotional Actions commonly cited in aromatherapy

Mental fatigue / burnout

Low motivation, low stamina, vitality, depression – clears blockages

Refreshing & goes deep into our unlimited energy reserves that lie dormant within

 

Actions supported by clinical studies

Antimicrobial

 

There have not been a lot of formal studies done on the effects or benefits of Black Spruce.

 

Chakra & Personality 

Promotes communication of inner feelings, bring objectivity and clarity to intuitive mind

Teaches us to walk our own / spiritual path with “practical feet”, grounded wisdom, intuitive understanding, own truth

Supports compassion for ourselves & others, forgive & accept shortcomings

Works at the soul level, evoking strength & endurance, centering, inner strength during times of challenge

Deeper connection, connection to collective past, ancestral wisdom, source of deep and enduring strength for the future

 

Tonifies Qi and Yang / strengthens Shen – weakness, fatigue, recurring infections, low motivation, depression /

Boosts immune response – tonifies Qi – protection from cold / damp

 

Myers Briggs:

Oil & Aromatic Description: Pale yellow to clear oil with an enjoyable balsamic, fresh aroma, fruity undertone – can vary depending on species & growing location, conditions. 

Blends well with: 

Muscle inflammation, tension, pain – Black Pepper, Giner, Pine, Rosemary

Cough, Respiratory Congestion - 1,8-cineole-rich Eucalyptus, Pine

Fatigue, lack of stamina, adrenal burnout – Bergamot, Black Pepper, Ginger, Lemon, Grapefruit, Pine, Rosemary, Vetiver 

 

Method of Extraction: Steam distilled

Parts Used:  Needles & twigs

Country of Origin: Canada

 

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As a Trained Aromatherapist, the services, recommendations and products offered by Robson Valley Aromatherapy are that of a complementary nature only and in no way replace medical advice or treatment of any other modality. I do not provide diagnostic services, make any curative claims, or prescribe medications. Clients are provided with information on how & why recommendations are made, appropriate methods of using essential oils, and encouraged to make educated decisions on the safe & effective use of essential oils. 

 

I do not recommend or support the use of essential oils internally.    

 

References:

Salvatore Battaglia – The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy – Volume 1 – Third edition  

Robert Tisserand, Rodney Young – Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition