Yerba Santa

Eriodictyon glutinosum and Eriodictyon californicum, also known as bear weed, mountain balm, or yerba santa, are native to the desert regions of California and northern Mexico. The sticky leaves of these plants give off a scent that is both sweet and bitter, helping to create an aura of mystery and magic.

These plants play a central role in purification and protection rituals, used to dissipate negative forces and to intensify love. It is believed that they can enhance courage and psychic abilities. Furthermore, they can be burned as a tribute to one's ancestors.

Agricultural information

The plants we handle come from both wild harvests and cultivation. Whether taken from private or public lands, the individuals who harvest them possess a legal permit to do so. The process is simple: branches are removed while the roots of the plants are left in the soil to ensure future harvests. Shipments are monitored by the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), which ensures compliance with all legal and environmental requirements. White sage is a hardy perennial plant. Its growth is influenced by the climate and annual rainfall. This explains why the size of the bundles may vary from year to year, in response to seasonal conditions and harvest changes. During periods of drought, the concentration of essential oils in the leaves increases.

Instructions for use

Smudging is a ritual practiced all over the world. It is believed to increase mental clarity, joy, and serenity.

1. Use a heat-resistant container, such as an abalone shell. Place it on a suitable base or stand and have a feather or a fan on hand.
2. Light the sage bundle, preferably with a match. Allow the leaves to burn for a few moments, then blow out the flame. Be careful, as the leaves could easily be blown away.
3. Move through each room and direct the aromatic smoke with the feather or fan toward the area you intend to purify.
4. Wait for the sage bundle to consume itself completely. According to native beliefs, the sage will continue to burn until the purification is complete. Remember, smudging is a ritual based on intention. With a sincere heart and a noble desire, you will enhance its effectiveness.

After use, ventilate the room. Avoid direct inhalation of the smoke.

• Fragrance: green
• Description: 8-10 cm smudge bundle,
• Plant grown naturally without fertilizers or pesticides
• Made in the USA