Dictionary of Cancer Terms
View in Spanish: Cedro rojo oriental
Eastern red cedar (SEE-der)
A type of evergreen tree with hard fragrant wood that is a member of the cypress family. The oil from the wood is used in soaps, shampoos, bath salts, perfumes, aromatherapy, and to keep insects away. The scientific name is . Also called cedarwood and red cedar.
Source: National Cancer Institute Dictionary of Cancer Terms, available at www.cancer.gov/dictionary.