Cedrus Atlantica (Atlas Cedar), Purity : 99.9%

Cedrus atlantica is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a medium rate.
It is hardy. It is in leaf all year, in flower in September, and the seeds ripen from October to December. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought. The plant can tolerate strong winds but not maritime exposure. It can tolerate atmospheric pollution.

The wood itself is hard and strongly aromatic because of the essential oil it contains, which is obtained by steam distillation. Origination in the Atlas Mountains in North Africa, Linen chests were frequently crafted from cedar. The ancient Egyptians prized the oil, mostly for embalming purposes, but also for cosmetics and perfumery, and solomon’s temple was built with cedar wood. Today, closet liners and accessories are frequently crafted from cedar, and oil is currently used in commercial soaps, cosmetics and perfumes, especially men’s colognes.