Palo Santo, Resin (Burserea graveolens)

Unit size: 1 ounce

Origin: Peru

Form: Resin pieces and powder

Other names: Holy Wood, Palo de la vida o Santo, Sacred Wood, Holy wood, St. Anthony`s wood, Palosanto, Mallka Waki

Esoteric Uses: Mental clarity, protection, focus

Esoteric Associations: Mercury, Air

Incense Aroma: Invigorating, like copal and mastic mixed, with hints of cocao and mint. A very rich aroma.

Palo Santo, also known as 'Holy Wood' or 'Sacred Tree', was first known to be used by the Incas for purification and cleansing, aid against misfortune, and for clearing an area of negative spirits. It is often been used in Ayahuasca ceremonies.

Palo Santo is a protected species in South America and its harvesting, usually by collecting fallen branches, is closely monitored by the government. This creates a limited supply, but also ensures its survival for use by the indigenous people.