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Spikenard is one of the most common ingredients in ancient Japanese incense recipes and it is still used in Buddhist temples in Japan to this day. It is a aromatic rhizome that has been used by several ancient cultures and religions. Used in Ayurveda, it is traditionally considered to calm the nerves and promote awareness and strengthen the mind.
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Description: Spikenard, Cut & Sifted (Wildcrafted)
Botanical name: Nardostachys grandiflora
Spikenard is one of the most common ingredients in ancient Japanese incense recipes and it is still used in Buddhist temples in Japan to this day. It is a aromatic rhizome that has been used by several ancient cultures and religions. Used in Ayurveda, it is traditionally considered to calm the nerves and promote awareness and strengthen the mind.
Sample Incense Recipes
1. Traditional Buddhist Incense
Mix together:
- 2 parts sandalwood
- 1 part benzoin
- 1 part myrrh
- 1 part cinnamon bark
- 1 part spikenard
- handful of dried rose petals
Grind together all ingredients in a mortal & pestle.
Burn small quantities over charcoal.
2. Cleansing Incense
Mix together:
- 2 parts Aloeswood
- 2 parts Sandalwood
- 1/4 part Galangal
- 1/4 part Calamus
- 1/4 part Spikenard
Grind together all ingredients in a mortal & pestle.
Burn small quantities over charcoal.
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