Pine Sylvestre Essential Oil

Pine Sylvestre Essential Oil is recognized as one of the finest pine oils available, known for its remarkable ability to support both the nervous and respiratory systems. By balancing the ascending Prana Vata and Udana Vata aspects of breathing, this invigorating oil promotes mental clarity, wakefulness, and inner peace.* Renowned for its uplifting properties, Pine Sylvestre is ideal for reducing stress and easing nervous exhaustion. Its stimulating effect can help clear mental fatigue, restore emotional balance, and boost overall vitality.* The refreshing aroma not only enhances focus but also helps combat sluggishness, leaving you feeling energized and rejuvenated.*

In addition to its emotional benefits, Pine Sylvestre Essential Oil is highly valued for its respiratory support. It naturally helps loosen mucus, ease congestion, and promote clear breathing—making it an effective remedy for colds, sinus issues, or seasonal allergies.* By encouraging healthy lung function and soothing irritated throats, it promotes deeper, more comfortable breathing.*

Pine Sylvestre Essential Oil also supports urinary tract health by helping to reduce inflammation and promote overall well-being in the kidneys and bladder.* Whether diffused or applied topically, this versatile oil offers a range of benefits to support both physical vitality and emotional balance.*

About the Plant:

Pine Sylvestre (Pinus sylvestris), commonly known as Scots Pine, is a resilient evergreen tree with a rich history dating back thousands of years. Pollen records indicate its presence in southern England approximately 9,000 years ago, having migrated from northeast France. This hardy tree can grow up to 115 feet tall, with the tallest recorded specimen standing at 153 feet in Estonia — a tree over 210 years old. Scots Pine typically lives between 150 to 300 years, though some remarkable specimens in Lapland, Northern Finland, have been recorded at over 760 years old.

Pine Sylvestre features a flat crown, reddish-brown deeply fissured bark, and long, stiff needles that grow in pairs. Younger trees have longer needles, while mature trees display shorter ones. This adaptable tree thrives in extremely cold conditions, tolerating temperatures as low as -40°F. Pine Sylvestre Essential Oil is highly valued in the fragrance industry for its fresh, forest-like aroma and is often incorporated into natural cleaning solutions.

Where It Grows:

Pine Sylvestre is the only pine tree found naturally in northern Europe. Its range extends from Western Europe to Eastern Siberia, reaching as far south as the Caucasus Mountains and Anatolia, and north into the Arctic Circle in Fennoscandia. In the British Isles, Scots Pine is the only native pine species. In the wild, it can grow up to 110 feet, while cultivated varieties typically reach 30 to 60 feet tall. This fast-growing tree gains about 12 to 24 inches per year, reaching heights of 12 to 24 feet within a decade. In its early stages, Scots Pine maintains a pyramidal shape, but as it matures, it develops a broad, flat-topped, irregular crown, often losing its lower branches. It thrives in full sun and prefers acidic, well-draining soils, making it a durable and adaptable species across various climates.

Traditional Uses and Lore:

Pine Sylvestre (Pinus sylvestris) is highly valued in the forestry industry for its use in pulp, sawn timber, and construction materials. The wood is pale to red-brown, with a dry density of approximately 470 kg/m³, and its fibers are used to create vegetable flannel, a soft, hemp-like textile. Historically, Pine Sylvestre played a key role in Scandinavian tar production and was a source of rosin and turpentine. In Belgium’s coal mining regions, it was widely used to fortify tunnels, with its cracking sound signaling when supports needed replacement.

Pine Sylvestre has deep cultural roots, having been linked to Greek mythology as a symbol of fertility and immortality. Ancient Egyptians used its kernels in cooking, and in the Scottish Highlands, it traditionally marked the burial sites of warriors and chieftains. Introduced to North America in the early 1600s, Pine Sylvestre became one of the most popular Christmas tree species in the U.S. from the 1950s to the 1980s. Despite its initial popularity, it has since been overtaken by species like Fraser Fir and Douglas Fir.

Pine Sylvestre is the only pine species native to northern Europe, thriving from Western Europe to Eastern Siberia and as far north as the Arctic Circle. While it has been widely planted in New Zealand and North America, it struggles to thrive in parts of the U.S. due to climate differences and susceptibility to pine wilt disease, caused by the pine wood nematode. The tallest recorded Pine Sylvestre stands at 153 feet in Estonia, with some specimens in Lapland, Northern Finland, exceeding 760 years in age.

Other Facts:

• • • Scent: Strong, Dry, Resinous, Balsamic, and Turpentine-Like Aroma
    • Fragrance Note: Top to Middle Note
    • Composition: α-Pinene, D-Limonene, β-Pinene, Delta-3-Carene, and Camphene
    • Family: Pinaceae Family

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