Juniper for limbs but what about riser?

[nightowl1]

I love the look of Juniper on the limbs but also really like the look of a bow made from one wood, so how is juniper for a riser? Does it hold up well, is it too light?

Also, is there a big difference between juniper, red cedar, and other cedar like material in regards to looks and function?

[Apex Predator]

I would think it's far too light.  Eastern red cedar is a juniper, and makes good lams.  Western cedar is different and not suitable for either, from what I understand.

[LKH]

I've been told it is too brittle.