| Scientific Name | Cedrus atlantica |
| Purity | 100% natural essential oil |
| Organic Certification | From certified organic cultivation |
| Processing | Gentle steam distillation of the wood |
| Terroir | Morocco |
| Elevation | 800m above sea level |
| Origin | Directly sourced from the farm, with an on-site distillery |
| Aroma | resinous and herbal, woody, honey-sweet, very aromatic |
| Effects | stabilising, balancing, relaxing |
These cedars are grown in a controlled organic way by experienced farmers at 800m altitude in the desert nature of Morocco. This area has an ideal stimulating climate with seasonal temperature variations, such as cold nights and very hot days, as well as drought and poor soils. These growing conditions are optimal for the trees, allowing them to harmoniously develop their valuable aromas. The harvested wood is slowly distilled by the experienced distillers after the harvest by means of gentle steam distillation at low pressure.
The manufacturer of our high-quality essential oil has been producing its own essential oils since 1970 in the region of Murcia on the Mediterranean coast of Spain. The essential oils, which are either cold pressed or gently steam distilled in a stainless steel tank, are derived from wildcrafted and certified organic plants or from the company's own controlled organic cultivation. The farmers and distillers plant, harvest and produce their essential oils according to ISO standards, an expertise which is reflected in their harmonious aromas. All of their products are certified organic to EU standards.
The Atlas cedar belongs to the pine family (Pinaceae). It likes to grow in 1000–1800m altitudes of the Atlas Mountains of Morocco as well as in North-West Africa. They can grow up to 900 years old and up to 25m high. The bluish needles become 2–2.5cm long and in the age it has formed a black-grey bark. Flowering time is in October and November with male and female inflorescences.
Moroccan cedar’s strong resinous and herbaceous aromas support a relaxed stability. The honey-sweet notes provide an intensely calming, balancing effect.
