Known as the "tree of life," Arborvitae is majestic in its size and abundant in its unique benefits. doTERRA Arborvitae essential oil is harvested from the core of a tree native to North America called Thuja plicata, also known as Red Cedar. This unique source of Arborvitae essential oil contains a unique and distinctive chemical profile, with a high concentration of methyl thujate. It is extracted in an innovative and responsible manner, as all residual materials from the wood are distilled to ensure that no trees are used unnecessarily. Native to Canada and the northwestern United States, all parts of the Arborvitae tree were extensively used by Native Americans for their wellness benefits and also to build boats, totems, baskets and clothing.
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The Giant Arborvitae tree is native to the temperate rainforest of the Pacific Northwest.
The Arborvitae tree is a hardy evergreen tree also known as the Western Red Cedar. As a species of Thuja, however, Arborvitae comes from the cypress family, not the cedar family. Arborvitae trees can grow up to 230 feet (70 m) tall. Some trees can live well over a thousand years, with the oldest having survived for 1460 years. Arborvitae repel insects, including termites.
Native Americans have used Arborvitae trees for generations. Historically, the wood was used for building vessels, totem poles, and homes. The roots and bark could be used to make other items like baskets, rope, and twine. The Arborvitae tree was ideal for these kinds of projects due to its chemical makeup and ability to repel insects, which minimised damage and maximised preservation.
Arborvitae essential oil is produced through steam distillation of the wood. However, to ensure no trees are cut unnecessarily for oil production, only sawdust and residual materials from timber processing of Arborvitae are used to produce the oil.
The timber industry has been sourcing Arborvitae for decades. Unfortunately, in the past, the leftover sawdust from timber processing of the Arborvitae tree was burned as waste. Here's how doTERRA has minimised waste and created environmental friendly sourcing practices for their Arborvitae essential oil:
You will find your Quality ID on the bottom of doTERRA single essential oil bottles purchased after May 2016. The Quality ID will contain a series of six or seven numbers and one letter.