Spruce Needles cut, Picea abies folia, loose

Spruce Needles – Natural Power from the Heart of the Forest

Spruce needles – 100% natural herb for tea, inhalations, and aromatic baths. Supports the respiratory system, immunity, and senses – straight from nature.

Discover one of nature’s most valuable gifts – spruce needles. More than just part of an evergreen tree known for its beauty and resilience, spruce needles are rich in bioactive compounds that have been used for centuries in folk and herbal medicine. Today, they are increasingly popular for making tea, steam inhalations, wellness baths, and even for natural aromatherapy at home.

Origin & Harvest

Spruce (Picea abies) is a coniferous tree found mainly in mountainous and forested areas across Europe, including Bulgaria, Austria, Germany, Slovakia, and other parts of Central and Northern Europe. The needles are hand-harvested in early spring, when they are still young, vibrant, and rich in essential oils.

To preserve their natural properties, the needles are gently dried in the shade at low temperatures – ensuring their aroma, color, and active components are retained.

Characteristics

• Color: Dark green to greenish, with a soft matte sheen

• Aroma: Intense, fresh, resinous-balsamic

• Flavor: Slightly bitter, refreshing, with a pine-like note

• Composition: Essential oils (mainly borneol, pinene, limonene), vitamin C, flavonoids, tannins, and natural antiseptic compounds

Benefits of Spruce Needles*

1. Supports the respiratory system
   Spruce needle tea or inhalation is traditionally used to relieve cold symptoms, cough, and bronchitis. Its aromatic oils help clear the airways and ease breathing.

2. Natural antiseptic and immune booster
   Rich in essential oils and vitamin C, spruce needles are valued as a natural antiseptic that helps strengthen the body’s defenses.

3. Calming and revitalizing effect
   The scent of spruce is known to calm the nerves and reduce fatigue, tension, and irritability.

4. Skin-soothing properties
   Used in baths, spruce needles can tone and refresh the skin and help soothe irritations or tired legs.

5. Mild detox support
   Spruce needle tea is traditionally consumed as a light diuretic to help eliminate excess fluids and support detoxification.

*Benefits are based on traditional use and Regulation (EU) No. 432/2012.

☕ Directions for Use

Spruce Needle Tea:

• Pour 250 ml of hot water over 1 tsp of dried needles

• Steep under a lid for 10–15 minutes

• Strain and enjoy warm; optionally, add honey and lemon

• Ideal for regular use during colder seasons

Inhalation:

• Pour 500 ml of boiling water over 1 tbsp of needles

• Cover your head with a towel and inhale the steam for 5–10 minutes

Aromatic Bath:

• Infuse 2 handfuls of needles in 1 liter of boiling water

• Strain and add to bathwater

• Perfect for relaxation after fatigue or cold symptoms

Ingredients

Spruce needles (Picea abies)

Warning

Do not use in case of individual intolerance to coniferous plants. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. This is not a medicinal product.

Country of Origin

Romania