Palo Santo (Bursera Graveolens) from Peru
Palo Santo translates to Holy Wood and has a pleasant and distinctly soothing aroma when burned. It's fragrance is described as sweet, woody, and resinous.
Palo Santo is commonly used in spiritual and shamanic rituals. It is believed to have the power to purify and cleanse energy, making it an important tool for rituals related to healing, meditation, and spiritual connection. People often burn Palo Santo to ward off negative energy and invite positive influences. The pleasing and calming scent of Palo Santo has made it a popular choice for aromatherapy. Inhaling the fragrance is believed to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity. Palo Santo is also used in meditation and mindfulness practices to create a serene and sacred atmosphere. The aroma is thought to aid in focusing the mind and facilitating deeper states of meditation. Palo Santo is also used in traditional medicinal practices in South America and as a natural insect repellent.
4 inch sticks (0.5-1 inch thick), Bundle of 5 sticks
Sustainably harvested from fallen timber, with USDA registered import license
Kiln Dried for easy burning
BURNING INSTRUCTIONS:
- Hold Palo Santo over an open flame, tilting the end down at a 45 degree angle.
- Once lit, let the wood burn visibly for 30 seconds to one minute, relighting as necessary.
- Blow out the Palo Santo stick
