Quick Specs
- Brand: Sonavi
- Type: Palo Santo wood incense sticks
- Quantity: 25 grams per pack
- Best for: Meditation, altar use, grounding rituals, and home fragrance
Palo Santo: The Holy Wood of South America
Palo Santo, which means “holy wood” in Spanish, comes from the Bursera graveolens tree native to the coastal regions of South America. It has been used for centuries in traditional ceremonies for its warm, resinous aroma that carries notes of citrus, pine, and a faint sweetness. The scent is grounding without being heavy, and it lingers gently after the stick has burned out.
Sonavi’s Palo Santo incense sticks are made from natural wood and are non-toxic, eco-friendly, and cruelty-free. Each stick burns for approximately one hour, making this 25-gram pack a reliable supply for regular practice. These are incense sticks, not essential oils, and are intended for aromatic and ambient use only.
How Palo Santo Fits Into a Practice
Many practitioners use Palo Santo to mark the beginning of a meditation or reading session, letting the smoke signal a shift in attention and space. It’s also a practical choice for everyday home fragrance, as the scent is pleasant without being overpowering. Whether you’re setting an altar, sitting for a tarot reading, or simply unwinding, the slow burn of a Palo Santo stick creates a steady, calming presence in any room.
How to Use Palo Santo Incense Sticks
How to light and use Sonavi Palo Santo incense sticks safely and effectively.
- Light and Let Flame
Hold one stick at a 45-degree angle and light the tip with a lighter or match. Let it flame for about 30 seconds, then gently blow it out so the tip glows and starts releasing its warm, woody, resinous smoke.
- Place and Enjoy the Burn
Place the stick in a fireproof holder or lay it across a heat-safe dish. The burn lasts about one hour per stick, making it suitable for a full meditation session, a reading, or a quiet evening at home or on your altar.
- Ventilate and Store
Open a window after use to allow fresh airflow through the space. Store remaining sticks in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight to preserve the natural aroma for as long as possible between uses.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I carry Sonavi Palo Santo because it burns consistently and smells like the real thing. Palo Santo quality varies a lot between brands, and Sonavi produces a stick that delivers the warm, woody note the wood is known for without an artificial edge. If you’re looking for more incense options for your practice, browse my incense collection for sticks, resins, and cones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Each pack contains 25 grams of Sonavi Palo Santo incense sticks. Each stick burns for approximately one hour, giving you a long, slow release of the wood's warm, slightly sweet, and resinous fragrance throughout.
Palo Santo, which translates to 'holy wood' in Spanish, comes from the Bursera graveolens tree native to South America. It has a long history of use in traditional ceremonies and is known for its grounding, woody scent.
These are incense sticks made from Palo Santo wood. They are non-toxic, eco-friendly, and cruelty-free. They are not essential oils and are not intended for aromatherapy skin application or internal use of any kind.
A fireproof incense holder or heat-safe dish is recommended to catch any falling ash. Keep burning sticks away from flammable materials, and never leave them unattended. Make sure the tip is fully extinguished after use.
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