Palo santo set of 4 sticks with the words happiness, release, rise, inner peace. Would you like to order palo santo sticks with a text of your choice? This is also possible! Just send us a message in this case. Palo Santo, which means 'holy wood' in Spanish, comes from the Bursera Graveolens tree, which mainly grows in South America. The wood is traditionally used by shamans and spiritual practitioners to energetically cleanse spaces and create a sense of calm and harmony. When you light a piece of Palo Santo, it spreads a warm, sweet scent with notes of citrus and mint. The smoke is known for its purifying effect and helps in releasing negative energy.