Cedarwood Cedrus atlantica


Cedrus atlantica
blue atlas cedar
  • Common Names
  • Cedarwood, Atlas , Atlas cedar
  • Botanical Name
  • Cedrus atlantica
  • Family
  • PINACEAE

Medicinal Uses & Benefits of Cedarwood, Atlas

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How to Use: Cedarwood


There are two commercial oils which are known as cedarwood today, Cedrus atlantica, Atlas cedarwood, which is a true cedarwood, and Juniperus virginiana, known as red cedar. Cedarwood is known for use in problem skin, as an insect repellent, and as an inhalent in respiratory complaints. It's actions are sedative, astringent, and antiseptic. It can be used to treat oily skin and scalp, relieve itching, and more serious skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema, remembering that high concentrations will irritate the skin. Cedarwood is similar in action to the highly expensive sandalwood, it also has a sedative effect making it grounding in conditions of anxiety and nervous tension. 1

Preparation Methods & Dosage :Use the essential oil in skin care and aromatherapy diffusers.

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Cedarwood Remedies



Cedarwood Side Effects: A skin irritant in high concentrations.

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References:
books citedWorks Cited
  1. Tisserand, Robert B. "The Art of Aromatherapy", (1977)
  2. The Gymnosperm Database
  3. Ernst and Johanna Lehner. "Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees" (2003)