
Casa del Colibri
The Spirit of the Jungle
In indigenous cultures of South America, Palo Santo is cherished for its cleansing and protective properties, believed to ward off negative energies and enhance spiritual connection. Similarly, among Native American tribes, sage is revered as a sacred herb with powerful cleansing properties, purifying the environment and inviting blessings, aligning with the principles of curanderismo to restore harmony and well-being.
Copal resin, used in rituals and offerings to the gods by indigenous peoples of Central and South America, symbolizes purification and spiritual elevation. Its smoke is considered a conduit between the earthly and spiritual realms, facilitating communication with ancestors and divine beings.
Palma dulce, known for its sweet aroma and medicinal properties, is honored in indigenous traditions for its ability to attract positive energy and promote healing, while dispelling negative energy. Used in rituals and ceremonies, it is believed to bring harmony and balance to the spirit, inviting abundance and well-being. Pure Condor medicine.
Mapacho holds profound significance in the Amazon rainforest, serving as a potent ally in shamanic work and offering protection and healing. Used in ceremonies to establish sacred space and commune with plant spirits and ancestors, it embodies the essence of indigenous wisdom and connection to the natural world.
Delve into the rich tapestry of indigenous folklore, where these aromatics are revered as gifts from the earth, carrying the essence of ancestral knowledge and healing wisdom. Immerse yourself in the profound traditions of curanderismo, where the power of nature's fragrances intertwines with the mysteries of the cosmos, inviting healing, transformation, and connection with the divine.
Join our purpose-driven initiative dedicated to honoring the sacred master plants of the Amazon Rainforest. Guided by sustainability, conservation, and ancestral traditions, we personally source and create plant spirit medicines with deep reverence for their origins and stewards. Every offering is crafted with care and intention, fostering authentic connections and meaningful engagements with these sacred allies. Our mission is to ensure that these rare gifts of nature remain accessible while respecting their profound wisdom and the communities who protect them.
At Casa del Colibri, we believe in the intelligence of plants and the part their gifts play in our health and well being. Committed to being ethical and respectful stewards of the jungle and it's tribal communities, we hold the highest of sustainability standards while producing exceptional quality rainforest botanicals and offering hand made indiginous goods and ceremonial supplies. We hold dear these medicinal herbs, saving seed for future plantings and protecting them for future generations.
Plant Spirit Medicine is a form of spiritual remediation rooted in ancestral traditions that combines classical Chinese~ Five Element theory, the indigenous practice of calling upon plant spirits, and the Animism religion (the attribution of a soul to plants, inanimate objects, and natural phenomena.) Plant Spirit Medicine recognizes that like humans, plants have spirit, and their spirit has the unique capacity to touch and rebuild the spirit of a human being and restore us to our own essential nature. Our ancestors lived this way–-an existence in which there is no illusion of separation from nature. They would make friends with the spirits of nature and call upon them for restoration and other everyday affairs. This ancient practice was remembered, revitalized, and reintroduced by the late teacher and healer, Eliot Cowan, and has proven to be as effective in today’s world as in times past. Modern people are once again turning to plants for guidance and for their ability to regenerate spirit.