Palo Santo or "Holy Wood" (Bursera Graveolens) is a naturally fragrant wood revered for thousands of years by the Incas and natives of the Andes as a spiritual means of purification and cleansing. The sacred smoke and healing fragrance of this natural wood incense, a citrusy relative of frankincense, is often used by shamans in sacred ceremonies. Our 100% pure, high quality Palo Santo is wild harvested by indigenous natives of Peru from naturally fallen tree branches. Instructions: Light the tip and allow the stick to burn for about 10 seconds before extinguishing the flame, and place in a fireproof holder.