It is a member of juniperus, family cupressaceae, a genus of evergreen shrubs and trees widely distributed over the northern hemisphere, especially those species having low or trailing branches. They have needle shaped, whorled leaves, and berries whose oil is used to flavour gin and some liqueurs. The wood is used in cabinetmaking and for pencils. Juniper oil has been used as a carminative and as an ingredient of herbal remedies for urinary-tract disorders and muscle and joint pain.
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