Dendrites are very thin tree like inclusions of iron, manganese, or other metallic oxides that grow in a natural fracture.
Most often they are in clear or milky quartz and the dendrites are black, red or brown. The black is usually from manganese oxides and the red and brown come from iron oxides.
The name Dendrite comes from the Greek word Dendron which means tree.
Quartz is one of the most abundant minerals on earth. It is found on every continent, and every country.
These Dendritic Quartz designer cabochons are mostly milky white and orange with black dendrites and they come from Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Metaphysical Properties of Dendritic Quartz: It is said that wearing a Dendritic Quartz cabochon creates a peaceful environment and encourages the enjoyment of each moment.