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The Rock Alder Canthium mundianum

Family: RUBIACEAE

Tree of Bliss

Rock alder new leaves

The rock alder essence may enhance sensuality, bringing in a fresh, youthful energy. It may be helpful for maintaining boundaries and balance in relationships. It may be especially helpful for those who idealize their partners or whom have co-dependency issues. The rock alder essence may bring balance to the inner male and female energies so that the need to feel "completed" by another is no longer necessary. Rock alder essence may aid with expressing our inner-most feelings and so assist with fostering increased trust and harmony within intimate relationships.

Corresponding Chakra & Colour: Sacral Chakra located at the navel. The colour is orange.

Use of Rock Alder in Energetic Space Clearing: its effect is like a quiet, moonlit pool - use it to bring quiet regeneration of the spirit into the home; use to tone down frenetic energy and to provide a still centre.

Rock alder saplingsThe Rock Alder Tree in Nature

The rock alder is a small, semi-deciduous tree that reaches a height of about five meters. It is often found as a pioneer species, reclaiming areas of disturbed ground. The rock alder grows in evergreen forest, scrub land and rocky outcrops.

Cascade of old-man's-beardRock alders are delicate in appearance, with pale, straight trunks that look and feel as if they have been carved from alabaster. They have an interesting growth form - arrow-straight with their side branches angled at 45° to the main trunk. In Spring the trees are studded with limey-green leaf buds. The small green and white flowers appear soon there after - they have an unusual, sweet fertile smell. The flowers are followed by asymmetrical, 2-lobed fruit that are black when ripe, and enjoyed by birds and baboons.

Rock alder eyeThe timber is long lasting and makes good fence posts, furniture and small implements. It is resistant to borers and termites and is often associated with termite mounds. The rock alder has great potential as a landscape tree, and is reminiscent of the European silver birch. They have a youthful and vibrant life force.

Order 20ml Rock Alder Essence @ R85.00

How to order:

Step 1:
Download and complete an order form. Note that this is not an invoice. An invoice is emailed to you for your approval.

Step 2:
Email (info@platbos.co.za) or fax (0865178149) the order form.

Step 3:
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Bank transfer: Banking details will be on the invoice. Use the invoice number as the reference and email or fax proof of payment to 0865178149.

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On receipt of your payment goods will be posted by your chosen method and, if applicable, you will receive the parcel tracking number.