Palo Santo Incense Premium Quality – Holy Wood for Energy Cleansing (50 g)

Palo Santo incense made from naturally aged holy palo santo wood (Bursera graveolens) is a highly valued natural incense for energy cleansing, meditation, and spiritual practices. The palo santo tree primarily grows in Peru and Ecuador and belongs to the same botanical family (Burseraceae) as frankincense and myrrh. Its wood contains an exceptionally rich composition – over 100 essential oils and terpenes have been verified – giving it a distinctive, complex, and pleasant aroma. Our premium-quality palo santo incense is harvested from naturally fallen trees and aged for several years in a natural environment, ensuring authentic aroma and high quality.

What is Palo Santo – The Holy Wood of South America

Palo santo, meaning "holy wood," holds a special spiritual significance in the cultures of indigenous South American peoples. It is revered as a living being and part of the natural balance, which is reflected in its traditional use. The tree can grow up to 15 meters tall and lives for several decades. Just as sandalwood has a unique importance in India, palo santo plays a central role in South American spiritual and ceremonial practices.

The name palo santo was given by Spanish monks who were captivated by its properties, calling it "holy wood." Today, it remains one of the most valued natural incenses worldwide.

Origin, Sustainability, and Ethical Harvesting

Palo santo is never cut down. Trees must naturally die after 40–50 years and fall, then the wood rests on the ground for several years, allowing its characteristic aroma to develop. Only after this natural aging process is the wood harvested for incense. This prolonged contact with the natural environment gives palo santo its depth, warmth, and complexity of scent.

Traditionally, trees are distinguished by their essential oil content – only those with sufficient natural compounds are suitable for incense. This adds to the rarity and value of high-quality palo santo.

Why Choose Premium Quality Palo Santo Incense

• ✔ 100% natural holy palo santo wood (Bursera graveolens)
• ✔ Origin: Peru
• ✔ Ethical and sustainable harvesting from naturally fallen trees
• ✔ Naturally aged wood for several years without additives
• ✔ Rich content of essential oils and terpenes
• ✔ Suitable for meditation, rituals, and energy cleansing

How to Use Palo Santo Incense

Palo santo incense is most commonly used directly in the form of wooden sticks. Light one end of the stick and allow it to stay in contact with the flame for approximately 20–30 seconds. Then blow out the flame to release a gentle, aromatic smoke. Initially, you may need to blow lightly to stabilize the ember.

The smoke can be guided around yourself, the room, or objects in gentle circular motions. The stick can also be placed on a non-flammable surface and allowed to smolder on its own. Palo santo incense can be used as needed—for meditation, relaxation, rituals, or creating a pleasant atmosphere.

What Does Palo Santo Smell Like?

The aroma of palo santo is extremely layered and complex, combining:

• fresh notes reminiscent of mint and eucalyptus,
• woody tones similar to pine,
• delicate herbal and slightly floral undertones reminiscent of lavender.

The scent is simultaneously warm, fresh, and gentle, making it suitable for indoor use.

Effects and Traditional Use

The smoke of palo santo has been part of shamanic ceremonies and indigenous rituals for centuries. Traditionally, it is used for energy cleansing, blessings, protection, and preparing the space for rituals or meditation. It creates a calm, protected, and harmonious environment while supporting inner focus and relaxation.

It is often used together with white sage—sage cleanses the space of negative energy, while palo santo fills it with warm, positive energy.

Palo santo has also traditionally been used as a natural insect repellent, especially against mosquitoes. Small pieces can be placed in wardrobes to repel moths while leaving a pleasant scent on clothes. The essential oil derived from palo santo can be used as a natural deodorant or gentle perfume.