Juniper is a genus of about 50 to 67 aromatic evergreen cruciferous trees and shrubs from the cypress or Cupressaceae family. Junipers maybe most widely known for their beautiful appearance and useful timber, but they also make an important element of folk medicine. The highly fragrant, slightly bittersweet Juniper berries have excellent therapeutic properties, and their extract is used for various health issues. Historical accounts show that Navajo (Dineh) people consumed Juniper ash as a source of calcium.