The Virginia Cedar, scientific name: Juniperus virginiana, also known as Virginia Juniper, Eastern Juniper, Red Juniper, and Aromatic Red Cedar. It is actually not a member of the Cedrus genus in the pine family, but rather a plant of the Juniperus genus in the cypress family, hence it is also called Northern Chinese Arborvitae. Additionally, due to its soft wood texture which is suitable for making pencils, it is also known as "pencil cedar." It has no relationship with the Atlantic Cedar of the pine family.

The Virginia Cedar is native to the eastern United States, mainly growing in Alabama, Missouri, and Texas. It is considered to have excellent resistance to decay and insect pests. Typically used in direct contact with the ground without the need for preservative treatment of the wood, it is often used for making fence posts and will not rot even in damp soil. The aromatic smell of the wood can repel moths and mosquitoes and protect against wood-boring insects, and thus it is often processed into wooden boxes, wardrobes, and closets.

The Native Americans regard the Virginia Cedar as a symbol of the "Tree of Life" and the "Tree of Healing." Some tribes believe that its red heartwood is stained with blood by magic, making it very sacred. Burning cedar in religious and purification ceremonies can drive away negative energies and bring about prophetic revelations.

Appearance: light yellow to yellow liquid

Extraction Part: Wood chips

Place of origin: USA