The Himalayan Evergreen
Known as ‘Yathur’ or ‘Vaitro’ in Kashmiri, and as ‘Shukpa’ in Ladakh, juniper grows across high mountain slopes and cold Himalayan valleys. Its aromatic foliage has traditionally been burned as incense, particularly in Buddhist communities of Ladakh, Different Himalayan communities have also used juniper berries, bark and leaves in traditional preparations for inflammation, joint discomfort and other ailments.
JUNIPER
BOTANICAL | KASHMIR