- Other Names
- Hemlock Spruce, Eastern Hemlock, and Canada Hemlock
- Farming Method
- Wildcrafted
- Plant Part
- Needle
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Application Method
- Bath, Diffusion, Inhalation, Massage, and Topical
- Scientific Name
- Picea glauca
- Extraction Method
- Steam Distilled
About the Plant:
Commonly referred to as White Spruce, this is a large conifer tree that grows up to 50 feet tall. It produces small brown cones and has an estimated lifespan of 1,200 years and is very similar to Tsuga Canadensis, with very slight differences. Historically, Native North Americans heated the branches in steam baths called sweat lodges. By boiling the twigs and cones in maple syrup, they also made a type of beer.
Picea glauca, is an evergreen coniferous member of the Pinaceae family. The blue-green needles are four-sided, sharp and stiff, and are ranged spirally on the twigs. The needles have a glaucous (white waxy coating) bloom, hence the specific epithet and common name. The bark is loose, scaly and greyish-brown.
It is one of the most popular Christmas tree choices too. It’s very hardy and easy to grow. Due to their short, stiff needles and evenly spaced branches, they are perfect for ornament hanging. Beyond that, white spruce trees in landscapes are great as natural windbreaks, or in stands of mixed trees. If not cut down for Christmas, the trees will naturally reach a height of 40 to 60 feet (12-18 m.) with a spread of 10 to 20 feet (3-6 m.). The trees are very attractive, keeping their needles all year long and naturally forming a pyramidal shape all the way down to the ground.
Where It Grows:
The White Spruce (Picea glauca) is one of the most widely growing coniferous trees in North America, with a range all across the eastern United States and Canada, all the way to South Dakota where it is the state tree. White Spruce is both tender and tough — the tree can withstand temperatures from 90 °F to -50 °F (34 °C to -65 °C). For centuries, the indigenous people of Canada (where our white spruce oil is produced) have trusted this hardy tree for protection through challenging time.
Traditional Uses and Lore:
Traditionally, the inner bark of the White Spruce, or known to them as Hemlock, tree has been used in Native American folk medicine to increase perspiration and treat colds and fevers.* Algonquin tribes in Quebec would make an infusion from bark for the treatment of coughs and “to heal the insides.”* They would also use the gum or resin from the tree as a laxative.* Eskimo and Cree tribes used the tree mostly for external purposes, such as using rotten wood as baby powder or to help with skin rashes.* They would also make a poultice, a soft material, from gum and resin to make bandages for scrapes, cuts and other wounds.*
The White Spruce tree’s multiple features were integral parts of the daily lives of these northern Native American tribes. The Algonquin, Cree, Eskimo, Micmac, Malecite, Koyukon, and Tanana tribes would also use the White Spruce for everyday purposes like for fuel and shelter.* The roots of the tree were used as thread to sew snowshoes, canoes and baskets.* Bark sheets and boughs were utilized for flooring, roofing and siding materials to make huts, tents and cabins.* Fires were made with the wood and bark to cook food and smoke hide. When warm, the pitch could be used as a glue to put feathers on arrows or as a sealant for canoes. The Koyukon tribe, in particular, believed that the White Spruce would keep away “dangerous spiritual forces” and sleeping under it would protect them.
Other Facts:
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- Scent: Pleasing, Fresh, Balsamic, Sweet, and Fruit Aroma
- Fragrance Note: Middle Note
- Composition: Pinene, Camphene, Limonene, Iso-Bornyl Acetate, Tricyclene, Phellandrene, and Myrcene
- Family: Pinaceae Family
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Dr. Streicher Says:
Conifers culture the subtle aspects of breathing also called Prana. The Ayurvedic sub doshas Prana Vata and Udana Vata are seated in the chest and have ascending energy. If they are blocked, chronic fatigue may be experienced.* If they function properly, mental functions are at their best.* This quality of the conifers makes them very useful for meditation. Their essential oils are recommended in this order: Balsam Fir, White Spruce, Black Spruce, and other pines.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- Provides Respiratory Support
- Uplifting and Refreshing Aroma
- Helps Reduce Chronic Fatigue, Aches, and Pains
Spruce White Essential Oil is known for being a powerhouse when it comes to taking care of your respiratory system and supporting your overall health.* With an abundance of healing properties, White Spruce can act as a soothing component for anyone dealing with chronic fatigue, muscle spasms, or asthma attacks.* Its antiseptic nature also helps in fighting against problems such as chest colds, flu-like symptoms, and more.* When used along with Sweet Eucalyptus Oil, it can assist in warding off symptoms of colds and flu.*
White Spruce Essential Oil is commonly used as a rejuvenating remedy to nurture the body and soothe the senses. Emotionally and energetically, White Spruce Essential Oil is a stimulating, energizing essential oil that is ideal for applications intended to uplift the body and mind.* This impact on the brain and the heart like a natural antidepressant by encouraging the body’s nervous systems to release feel-good chemicals like dopamine and noradrenaline.* This is why White Spruce Oil is widely used during the holiday season and winter months, but Amrita highly recommends this wonderful, versatile, and highly beneficial essential oil to use year round!
Topical Application (for use on the skin):
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Diffusion / Inhalation Application (add a few drops to a nebulizer or nasal inhaler):
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Blends Well With:
- Atlas Cedarwood, Himalayan Cedar, Eucalyptus Sweet Globulus, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary Cineol 1.8
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Safety Precautions:
- White Spruce Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing.*
- Avoid using this essential oil during pregnancy.*
General Precautions:
- Use essential oils only in diluted form on the skin and never internally.
- Always be careful when using essential oils with children.
- Give them only low doses, or better, consult a qualified aromatherapy expert before using.
- Also, use essential oils with care and only under the proper guidance of an expert while pregnant or if you have liver damage, epilepsy, cancer, or other serious health problems.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
White Spruce Essential Oil is commonly used as a rejuvenating remedy to nurture the body and soothe the senses. It is known to uplift emotions and relieve muscle aches and joint pain, as well as help with chronic fatigue, poor circulation, and respiratory weakness.* When used along with Sweet Eucalyptus Oil, it can assist in warding off symptoms of colds and flu.* White Spruce’s refreshing aroma can help open and release emotional blocks, bringing about an experience of balance, strength, and peaceful security.*
Since the effects of using White Spruce Essential Oil are both calming and elevating, it is an excellent choice for yoga and meditative use.* White Spruce has a long tradition of being enjoyed in the sauna and steam bath for its’ clarifying and purifying properties.* When inhaled into the lungs, it has been shown to strengthen the respiratory tract, break up mucus, clear blocked sinuses, and even soothe bronchial spasms.* Just as a step outside on a fresh winter’s day can revitalize body and mind, a single whiff of White Spruce may be enough to bring the body’s systems into a grounded state of homeostasis.*
Many people state they use White Spruce Essential Oil to help support healthy lung and airway activity, especially if one is experiencing a cold, the flu, or having trouble with asthma.* Along with helping to promote healthy lung and airway activity, this essential oil is helpful when looking to manage pain and inflammation, ease muscle tension, and help soothe swollen lymph glands.* White Spruce oil is soothing for unwelcome muscle spasms, such as a persistent, spastic cough.* It is also helpful in reducing unwanted microbial activity, which can be so welcome if working to get rid of a cold or the flu.* White Spruce Essential Oil is skin healing and rejuvenating as well as a great oil to add to bone healing and strengthening blends.*
Although White Spruce is not a true spruce, the therapeutic effects are similar to true Black Spruce, and the aroma is actually more pleasant. Emotionally and energetically, White Spruce Essential Oil is a stimulating, energizing essential oil that is ideal for applications intended to uplift the body and mind.* This essential oil promotes a stronger self-image and can help with strengthening personal identity.* This impact on the brain and the heart like a natural antidepressant by encouraging the body’s nervous systems to release feel-good chemicals like dopamine and noradrenaline.* This is why White Spruce Oil is widely used during the holiday season and winter months, but Amrita highly recommends this wonderful, versatile, and highly beneficial essential oil to use year round!
The following is a list of conditions which White Spruce Essential Oil addresses by category:
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Bottles are filled by volume. Some bottle sizes may not be filled to the top, but do contain the volume of oil specified.
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