Issirou – Heartwood of Vision and Feminine Wisdom
Opens the Senses • Softens the Journey • Balances the Spirit
Issirou is a sacred aromatic wood revered in Bwiti ceremonies for its gentle yet profound spiritual properties. Known for its reddish color and distinct fragrance, Issirou is considered the wood of intuition, healing, and feminine energy — often used to harmonize emotions and deepen the visionary state during ritual work.
Traditionally, Issirou is:
— Burned or placed near the fire to invite clarity, softness, and insight
— Carried by initiates for emotional grounding and dream recall
— Used in healing bundles to calm agitation and open the heart
— Associated with the Divine Mother and the inner voice of the forest
Its energy is subtle, enveloping, and nurturing. Elders say, “Issirou walks with you when you enter the unknown.”
For ceremonial use only. Not for ingestion.
Harvested with reverence from deep ancestral lands.
Note: This item is only available for pick-up in the village. Not included in program tuition. Reserved for alumni and recognized practitioners