It is one of 50 - 60 species of Coniferous trees and shrubs with scale-like adult leaves and pointed juvenile leaves. Decoctions made by North American from leaves, bark and twigs were used for arthritis, rheumatism, menstrual delay, gonorrhea, pyelitis and kidney problems. The same decoctions were used for skin rashes, venereal warts etc. The oil can be used successfully as an insect repellant. Its astringent qualities are helpful to fight acne as well as psoriasis. It has a skin-softening action as well.
Decoctions made by North American from leaves, bark and twigs were used for arthritis, rheumatism, menstrual delay, gonorrhea, pyelitis and kidney problems. The same decoctions were used for skin rashes, venereal warts etc. The oil can be used successfull
