An evergreen shrub or tree which grows up to 6 metres high. It has small flowers and little round berries, which are green in the first year, turning black in the second and third years.

Anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, astringent, carminative, cicatrisant, depurative, diuretic, emmenagogue, nervine, parasiticide, rubefacient, sedative, stomachic, tonic, vulnerary.

Genito-Urinary System: Blenorrhoea, menstrual problems, cystitis, kidney (urinary stones), urinary tract infections, difficulty in passing urine, urine retention.

Immune System: Diabetes, epidemics, fluid retention and haemorrhoids. Digestive System: Colic, flatulence and loss of appetite.

Muscular/Skeletal System: Arthritis, rheumatism and gout.

Nervous System: Nervous conditions, stress.

Respiratory System: Chest infections, coughs.

Skin: Acne, cellulite, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, ulcers (external).

Juniper blends well with Bergamot, Clary Sage, Cypress, Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Orange, Lavender, Lemongrass, Lemon, Lime, Rosemary, Sandalwood and Vetiver.

Clear, refreshing and slightly woody

Pregnancy. Should be avoided on people who have kidney disease, or where there may be a genetic predisposition.