Palo Santo Holy Wood

Palo santo, meaning 'holy wood' in Spanish, is a wild tree native to the coast of South America. Harvested from naturally fallen branches and trees in Peru, it has been used for centuries in sacred ritual, ceremony and healing. Its aromatic smoke is warm, slightly sweet and resinous, carrying a quality that feels immediately quieting.

To use, hold the stick above a candle flame until it catches alight, then gently blow out the flame. Move slowly through your spaces or around your body, allowing the smoke to clear and cleanse as it rises. A single stick can be relit many times.

Each stick varies naturally in size and form.

Traditional Associations

Long associated with clearing negative energy, grounding and spiritual protection. Traditionally burned by shamans and healers in South American ceremony, and used to invite calm and presence before ritual or meditation.

Properties

Clears and purifies the energy of a space or the body

Supports grounding and a return to calm

Creates a sacred atmosphere for meditation and ritual

Uplifts mood through its warm, resinous scent

Deepens focus and presence during spiritual practice

Origin

Peru

Ethically sourced from naturally fallen wood

Dimensions

Approx 100mm x 10mm

Each stick varies naturally in size and form

How to Use

Hold the stick above a candle flame until it catches alight. Gently blow out the flame. Move through your spaces or around your body with the smoking stick to clear and cleanse. Rest on a heat-safe dish between uses. Never leave burning palo santo unattended. Keep away from flammable materials and have water or sand nearby to extinguish fully. A single stick can be relit many times.

Sourced by Chakra from Peru