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Spruce (black)

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Picea mariana

Pinaceae · Lá kim · Needles · Steam-distilled

Spruce (black) (Picea mariana) — botanical illustration
Picea mariana

Safety

Skin sensitization if oxidized

α-Pinene and bornyl acetate dominant. Oxidation products may sensitize skin.

Proper storage essential.

No data indicates hazard in pregnancy.


Usage guidelines

Storage
Dark, sealed, refrigerated; add antioxidant

Chemistry

Volatile constituents
α-Pinene12.0 – 20.0 %
Bornyl acetate25.0 – 40.0 %
Camphene12.0 – 18.0 %
β-Pinene3.0 – 8.0 %
δ-3-Carene5.0 – 12.0 %

Botanical source

Picea mariana grows in Canada and eastern North America. Popular in North American aromatherapy.

Family Pinaceae.


Notes

Fresh pine-forest aroma with a balsamic note from bornyl acetate. Niche perfumery.