Properties: Balsamic Rubefacient Respiratory antiseptic Analgesic It is an arboreal species belonging to the Pinaceae family, native to the United States and most of the eastern and central regions of Canada. It is a small to medium-sized conifer with needle-like leaves somewhat cleft at the tips. The cones are erect and mature in September. The resin is used to produce the "Balsam of Canada". The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves - Indications: Colds, Bronchitis, Muscle contractions, Rheumatism - Aromatic Family: Wood. - Combines with: Camphor Rosemary, Lavender, Rosewood, Mirto. - Precautions: Do not use during the first three months of pregnancy. Dermocaustic, always use diluted. Oral use always under prescription.