Palo santo — or "holy wood" — is one of South America's most treasured aromatic trees, used for centuries in meditation, energy cleansing and creating a calming atmosphere. This 50-gram pack contains 5–8 natural sticks that deliver the wood's characteristic warm, woody fragrance. The scent is mildly sweet, balsamic with delicate citrus undertones — creating a clean, soothing atmosphere without being overwhelming.
Once lit, the sticks smoulder slowly and release an intense, long-lasting smoke. A stick can be lit and then extinguished to be saved for the next session — one of palo santo's unique qualities compared to conventional incense. The remaining unburned wood can be relit at the next use.
Green tree palo santo indicates that the wood died naturally and was not cut down — a sign of sustainable and ethical harvesting. The concentration of aromatic compounds in the wood only increases over time, making naturally dried trunks the source of the finest experience.
The palo santo smudging ritual can be used at any time of day: for morning meditation, evening relaxation, or winding down after a busy workday. Many users report that the scent of palo santo helps separate "work mode" from "rest mode", making mental transitions more effective. High-quality green tree palo santo has a higher concentration of essential oils, resulting in a more intense and longer-lasting fragrance per session.
Product details
- Material: natural palo santo wood
- Pack size: 50 g (approx. 5–8 sticks)
- Dimensions: 24×16×1 cm (packaging)
- Net weight: 50 g
- Harvesting type: green tree (naturally fallen)
- Country of origin: Peru