Scientific Name:  Juniperous mexicana

Country of Origin:  Texas

Synonyms:  J.mexicana, mountain cedar, Mexican cedar, rock cedar, Mexican Juniper

Plant Family:  Cupressaceae

Plant Parts Used:  Heartwood and shavings.

Extraction Method:  Steam distillation.

Physical Characteristics:  Crude - a dark orange to brownish viscous liquid.

Dominants Note(s):  Base

Aroma:  Sweet balsamic, pencil wood scent similar to Virginan Cedar but more harsh.

Main Constituents:  Cedrene, cedrol, thujopsene and sabinene among others.

Blends With: Patchouli, Spruce, Vetivert, Pine and leather type scents.

Safety Precautions:  Can cause acute local irritation externally, use in dilution only with great care.  Powerful abortifacient; avoid during pregnancy