A sacred wood with traditional and modern uses

Harvested exclusively from naturally dead or fallen trees (in compliance with CITES regulations), Bulnesia sarmientoi wood is now prized in meditation, yoga, lithotherapy, and spiritual aromatherapy practices. It is also valued as a natural incense for its relaxing properties and mystical fragrance, without harsh combustion or added resin.

Description

Hardwood logs, rectangular or cylindrical section, golden brown to dark brown in color, resinous, woody and slightly lemony scent when hot.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Palo Santo
• Latin name: Bulnesia sarmientoi
• Family: Zygophyllaceae
• Part used: Wood (dry heartwood)
• Shape: Logs
• Origin: South America (Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia)
• Name in English: Palo Santo wood
• Name in German: Heiliges Holz
• Name in Spanish: Palo Santo
• Name in Italian: Legno sacro
• Name in Arabic: خشب بالو سانتو

Main virtues

Purifying (air and energy), calming, harmonizing, relaxing, meditation facilitator, repellent (insects).

Main constituents

Lignin, essential oils (limonene, α-terpineol, carvone), aromatic resins, volatile phenolic compounds.

Traditional use and instructions for use

• Smudging: Light the end of a splint, let it set for a few seconds, and blow to maintain a gentle smoke. Pass it around yourself or into a space to be purified.
• Ritual: to be used during meditations, ceremonies or moments of inner refocusing.
• Alternatives: chips for potpourri, powder for charcoal, essential oil (different use).

Precautions and storage

• Product for fumigation use only – do not ingest or apply to skin.
• Keep out of reach of children. Do not leave burning unattended.
• Store in a dry place, away from light and humidity.

History and use

Revered by the indigenous peoples of South America, Palo Santo is still used today in shamanic rituals to "cleanse" places, people, and spirits. Harvested sustainably and ritually, it symbolizes the balance between matter and energy, and its smoke is said to bring mental clarity and inner peace.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag, box or bundle of logs, weight varies depending on cutting.
• Storage: away from light, humidity and direct flames.
• Shelf life: dry product, stable over time (up to 3 years).
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• CITES – Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (Appendix II)
• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Works on South American rituals and spiritual aromatherapy

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