✨PALO SANTO 200g Indian Holy Incense Tree✨

Palo Santo❤️ (Latin Bursera graveolens) means "sacred tree" in Spanish. This term is used to describe trees whose wood has unusual, even magical properties. They contain an incredibly aromatic resin, which not only gives off a pleasant scent, but also makes palo santo wood very durable and resistant to external factors. The "sacred wood" is used to make yerba mate vessels, various types of everyday items and jewelry. Valuable essential oils obtained from the resin are used to produce perfumes. A lit piece of palo santo wood serves as natural, fragrant incense.

Additional information:

✅ Country of origin: Ecuador

✅ Weight: approximately 200 g

Note: each piece of palo santo wood differs slightly in size and weight, therefore there may be a weight difference of approximately 5 g in each package .

❤️Palo Santo incense❤️ gives off an amazing aroma that is difficult to describe clearly. In the fragrant smoke rising from the lit wood, you can feel sweet, vanilla notes mixing with refreshing citrus accents. You can smell the tropical forest and damp leaves. It's pure nature magic! The indigenous people of South America have been using palo santo as incense for centuries. Indian shamans used it to fumigate places of mystical ceremonies. It is also an element of the cleansing ayahuasca ritual. Currently, they are used in aromatherapy. In the past, it was believed that the smoke rising from the lit palo santo wood had cleansing powers, protected against evil spirits and brought good luck. The pleasant aroma that the "sacred tree" spreads around introduces positive energy, helps clear the mind and relax, and facilitates entering a state of meditation.

Some of the tree species called palo santo are in danger of extinction, therefore their use is prohibited. cutting out. Wood is obtained from naturally fallen, dead branches. It is not only an expression of respect for nature and a way to protect wild plant populations. Before palo santo branches are harvested, they lie on the ground untouched for about 6 years - during which time the resin contained in them acquires even greater strength and aroma.

How is Palo Santo obtained?

We import Palo Santo wood incense from Ecuador. Some tree species that are commonly called "sacred trees" are in danger of extinction, so cutting them down is prohibited. Although the Bursera graveolens tree from which our incense sticks are made is no longer on the endangered species list, it is still harvested using traditional methods. Wood Palo Santo is obtained from naturally fallen branches. This is an expression of respect for nature and helps protect wild tree populations. Before Palo Santo branches are harvested, they lie on the ground for about 6 years, which allows for obtaining wood that is even more aromatic and rich in nutrients. valuable resin and essential oils.

The extremely aromatic resin of Palo Santo attracts not only people, but also insects. While the branches lie on the ground for several years, an entire ecosystem of insects can develop in them , insects and other creatures, including harmful bark beetles, which leave permanent traces in the wood in the form of holes and tunnels. This process is a natural part of the tree's life cycle and does not affect its properties - this is where the beauty of nature lies! Fortunately, the older the branch is, the fewer insects live in it, and by the time the wood reaches us, it is completely clean of unwanted "occupants". However, traces of them may remain and rotten fragments may also be visible - this is what a sign that Palo Santo has been harvested in a natural way and is 100% original.

The wood we import should be completely dried, but because it is harvested in a natural way, it may appear a bit of moisture, which may make it difficult to burn. If this happens, you can dry it by placing it on a radiator and leaving it for a few hours.

♨️ Indian incensing ritual ♨️

☼ How to use Palo Santo incense? ☽

Ignite one end of the stick. Hold it over the flame for a few seconds until it starts to glow. Natural incense takes a little longer to catch fire than traditional incense incense sticks. Extinguish the flame by blowing or shaking the stick vigorously. The incense will begin to emit intense, aromatic smoke. Use it to incense the places or people you want to cleanse, and then put the burning incense in a safe place (e.g. a ceramic vessel). After a while, the incense will extinguish itself - then you can light it again. Remember that palo santo is a ritual incense, a natural product. It should be treated with respect for the nature from which it comes and the culture of the Indians who used its mystical properties centuries ago. Palo santo is worth setting on fire with good intentions, and during the ritual, allow yourself a moment of reflection and peace. p>

☆ What is worth remembering during the cleansing ritual? ☆

• Stop, relax, relax. You will fully feel the magic of natural incense with a clear and open mind. This is a unique moment that will allow you to look deep into your soul, so do not rush the incensing ritual.
• Approach the incensing ritual with seriousness and respect. It is an element of the culture of the Indians, who through ritual connected with the spirit of nature, thus achieving full harmony.
• Think about the intention that will accompany you during the ritual and immerse yourself in the fragrant aroma of smoke that rises from incense. Feel the scent of pure nature and Indian magic. Cleanse your soul, mind and surroundings, drive away bad energy and recall everything positive.

☽ How to perform the incensation ritual? ☾

1. Light a piece of Palo Santo wood or a bunch of sage by holding it over a source of fire (e.g. a lighter, match or candle). Wait a few seconds for the incense to glow.
2. Extinguish the incense by blowing out the flame or shaking it vigorously. After a while, the incense will start to smolder with thick, intensely scented smoke. When extinguishing the flame, think about the intention that will accompany the cleansing ritual.
3. Curn yourself with the fragrant smoke, directing the incense from your feet to your head, and then incense the room, objects or people you want to cleanse. After the ritual, put the still-burning incense in a safe place, e.g. in a ceramic vessel. After a while, the incense will go out by itself - then you can light it again.