Scientific Name:  Abies balsamea

Country of Origin:  Canada

Synonyms:  A.balsamifera, Pinus balaamea, balsam fir, balsam tree, American silver fir, balm of Gilead fir, Canada turpentine(oil)

Plant family:  Pinaceae

Plant Parts Used:  Tree/Needles/Leaves

Extraction Method:  Distillation of needles and leaves.

Physical Characteristics:  The oleoresin is a thick pale yellow or greenish honey like mass which dries to a crystal clear varnish.

Aroma:  Clear, balsamic and refreshing almost fruity odour.

Main Constituents:  Citral, citronellol, eugenol, geraiol, linayl acetate, among others.

Blends With:  Basil, Caraway, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Lavender, Myrtle, Niaouli, and Rosewood.

Safety Precautions:  Generally non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing.  In large doses it is a purgative and may cause nausea.

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