THE SAN PEDRO (AND PERUVIAN TORCH) CACTUS INCENSE

Botanical Name: Echinopsis peruvianus, Trichocereus Peruvianus Other names: San Pedro Family: Cactaceae; Cereus Subdivision

History: The San Pedro (and Peruvian torch) cactus incense was in use at the very beginning of Andean civilization; it was the materia prima of the shamans of that time. In Peru, the central Andes regions, and neighboring desert areas, the cactus has been used ritually for at least 2000 years. The oldest archaeological evidence of its ritual use was found in the early layers of the formative period of Chavìn.  No one knows precisely how an Indian sacred plant received the name of a Catholic saint (Saint Peter). The cactus probably was associated with rain cults and pagan rain gods. Since San Pedro is the patron saint of rain, it seems likely that the cactus obtained its name as a result (perhaps in an attempt to save it from the pharmacratic Inquisition). In addition, Saint Peter is the keeper of the keys to heaven. San Pedro and Peruvian Torch cactus makes one of the best smelling and enlightening incense. Our Peruvian Torch is sold for incense making, soap making, decorative purposes and/or legitimate ethnobotanical research and is not intended for human consumption. By ordering, you are automatically agreeing to our terms and conditions. The information given here is for academic purposes only and not intended to be used medically. Buy Peruvian Torch San Pedro Incense Powder Cheapest prices and highest Quality Guaranteed!!