Palo Santo Incense Sticks – Sacred Wood

Sustainably Harvested Palo Santo Sticks (Bursera graveolens)

Palo Santo, meaning “Holy Wood”, has been used for centuries throughout South America for spiritual cleansing, meditation, and ceremonial rituals. Harvested from the sacred tree Bursera graveolens, Palo Santo wood is traditionally burned to purify spaces, clear stagnant energy, and invite calm and clarity.

Our Palo Santo sticks are ethically sourced from Ecuador and harvested only from trees that have died naturally in the forest. This traditional harvesting method protects living trees while preserving the sacred traditions associated with Palo Santo.

Traditional Use of Palo Santo

When burned, Palo Santo releases a warm, sweet aroma with citrus and mint notes. This fragrant smoke has long been used by healers and shamans to cleanse environments and prepare ceremonial spaces.

To use, simply light one end of a Palo Santo stick, allow it to burn for a few seconds, then gently blow out the flame. The glowing wood will release aromatic smoke that can be used to cleanse your home, meditation area, or personal space.

Palo Santo is commonly used for:

• Energy cleansing and space purification
• Meditation and grounding rituals
• Preparing ceremonial space before working with rapé or Sananga
• Enhancing spiritual practices and mindfulness

Natural Aromatic Properties

Palo Santo wood naturally contains high levels of limonene, a compound responsible for its bright citrus aroma. When burned, this natural oil produces the characteristic uplifting fragrance that has made Palo Santo one of the most revered ceremonial woods in South America.

The same wood is also used to produce Palo Santo essential oil, a concentrated aromatic extract often used in aromatherapy and meditation practices.

Sustainable & Ethical Harvesting

Our Palo Santo is responsibly sourced from protected forests in Ecuador. Only wood from naturally fallen trees is collected, and reforestation programs help ensure the long-term sustainability of this sacred species.

The wood is certified by Ecuadorian agricultural authorities and harvested in accordance with environmental regulations established by the Ecuadorian Ministry of Environment.

Learn More About Palo Santo

To explore the traditional uses and healing traditions of this sacred wood, read our guide: The Healing Properties of Palo Santo.