Chinese Red Pine
Pinus tabulaeformus

This wood smells wonderful when heated, from a burst of pine to a woody, smokey scent.  This tree is identified with immortality for obvious reasons and is cleansing and protective.  This magick herb has been associated with the Sun, Mars, Fire, Earth, and Jupiter, but to me it is most like Jupiter, because it is a bold tree--in staying green it stands out even in winter--and its warm and welcoming scent makes me think of good cheer (it's, ahem, a jovial scent).

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Uses in Witchcraft & Magick:

Protection Spells
Cleansing Rituals
Jupiter Herb

Other fragrant woods: cedarwood, cypress, white sandalwood