A resin with mystery and wonder that has intrigued cultures all over the world… that is Dragon’s Blood resin. Dragon’s Blood is the resin that comes from several plant species across the world that gets it’s name from the vibrant red color reminiscent of blood. This red resin has been used since ancient times as dye, varnish, pigment, medicine, incense and ceremonial purposes!
In the Peruvian Amazon, Shamans use Dragon’s Blood resin of the Croton lecheri tree in healing rituals believed to cleanse and protect the spirit. Those who collect the resin from the forest have built a relationship with the trees and it is believed that each drop carries the heartbeat of the forest resonating with ancient knowledge and wisdom.
In India, Dragon’s Blood is believed to rid one of sin. The smoke is used to protect one’s aura and home from an external attack.
In Ancient China, Dragon’s Blood was known as “Long-life Wood” because it was believed that those who used it would live a long life.
In Ancient Egypt, the resin would be burned as incense during mummification rituals.
These are just a few cultures that have used this prized and mysterious resin for centuries!
Today, Dragon’s Blood is used in modern practices to cleanse and remove negative energy and spirits from the self and home while protecting. It’s energy is one that is ancient and powerful that is useful in strenghthening one’s power during rituals and ceremonies. For this reason, Dragon’s Blood is also used in spells to strengthen power and efficacy both in left and right hand paths.
Dragon’s Blood resin is also crushed and made into powder to place in the threshold of doors and windows to prevent negative energy and entities from entering.