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ORIGIN

PERU

OVERVIEW

Palo Santo, literally meaning “holy wood” in Spanish, is a tree that is widely distributed throughout Central and South America. Palo Santo is used in South America in much the same way as White Ceremonial Sage is used in North America- to combat negative energy and to cleanse the space. Palo Santo is different than many of the other smudging materials as it is fragrant in its raw form and does not necessarily need to be lit, though it usually is when being used for ceremonial purposes. Palo Santo is often used by Amazonian shamans in sacred plant spirit ceremonies; the rising smoke of the lit sticks is believed to enter the energy field of ritual participants to clear misfortune, negative thoughts and to chase away evil spirits. Its use reportedly dates back to the Inca era.

BOTANY

The Palo Santo tree belongs to the Burseraceae family which also includes Frankincense, Myrrh, and Copal.

CULTIVATION AND HARVESTING

Traditionally, only the fallen branches and twigs of the tree are harvested, and this practice is regulated by the government of Peru to ensure that the trees do not become overharvested. Unfortunately, as Palo Santo has become more popular, the illegal harvesting and cutting of trees has also greatly increased. Consequently, if you are purchasing wild harvested Palo Santo, it is important to do so from an ethical wildcrafter. 

EUCALYPTUS

Eucalyptus has a refreshing and invigorating aroma. It has the ability to repel mosquitoes and pests, making it an essential item for daily home purification.

ROSEMARY

Rosemary is known for its fragrance and protective properties. It awakens the mind, supports mental clarity, and soothes muscle aches. When burnt before bedtime, it aids in restful sleep and pleasant dreams. 

DIRECTION:

Use a candle, match or lighter to ignite. Hold at about a 45 degree angle pointing the tip down toward the flame. Allow it to burn for 10-20 secs and then blow out the flame.

WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT EAT. DON’T LEAVE THE BURNING WAND UNATTENDED.