Palo santo stand in teak — carved with a Tree of Life
The Tree of Life is one of humanity's oldest symbols, pointing at once to roots, present moment and sky-bound reach. This 15 cm teak palo santo stand brings that image into a small, practical object for daily use. A shallow recess at the top cradles the smouldering wood, while the carved tree runs along the body at 10 cm tall, visible from across a shelf.
How to use it
Light one end of the palo santo stick, let it burn for about a minute, then blow it out. Rest the glowing end in the recess and let the smoke rise gently into the room. Sessions typically last 30–90 seconds before the ember fades on its own. Keep flammable items, children and pets at a safe distance, and never leave a smouldering stick unattended.
Teak that ages gracefully
Teak's natural oils resist moisture and handle the mild heat of palo santo well, so the stand settles in with use rather than wearing down. At around 170 g it stays steady on shelves and side tables, and the 15×7 cm footprint is forgiving on narrow windowsills. Brush off cooled ash with a soft brush, wipe occasionally with a slightly damp cloth, and refresh once a year with a drop of furniture oil to keep the warm tone.