Peru Balsam

Myroxylon balsamum

Origin: Peru
Form: Thick liquid resin
Unit size: 1 ounce
Other names:
Esoteric Uses: Love drawing, fidelity, binding, gathering, forget-me-not
Esoteric Associations: Virgo, Earth
Incense Aroma: A strong, warm, and exotic aroma with a hint of cocoa and vanilla

From South America, Peruvian Balsam was much treasured as an incense in the Ancient Americas.  It has also been used as a salve to heal chaffed skin.  Peru Balsam comes in a semi-liquid form which never dries completely, so we package it in small glass jars.

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