Copal
£3.00
Copal is a highly aromatic tree resin from the Americas, known as the "frankincense of the Americas". Used by indigenous Mesoamerican cultures for centuries, it is traditionally burned on charcoal discs for energetic purification, meditation, and offering.
Key Characteristics & Uses
- Origins: Harvested as hardened sap from trees in the Burseraceae family (like Protium copal).
- Aroma: Fresh, woody, and citrus-like, with subtle notes of marzipan or sweet balsam.
- Spiritual Uses: Heavily featured in ceremonies like Día de Muertos; believed to cleanse spaces of negative energy and aid spiritual connection.
- Traditional Medicine: Historically utilized by indigenous tribes to treat ailments like inflammation, toothaches, and fevers.