Tree of Light ~ White Stinkwood

13-white-stinkwood-moonThe White Stinkwood tree has a very high vibration. This is an essence for aligning with your higher self, and for connecting with your soul purpose and inner guidance. The White Stinkwood essence offers auric protection and may be useful for those wanting to develop their channeling abilities. White Stinkwood is an essence to use for when you are working with manifesting intentions into reality. Useful for times of transitions and life changes.

This essence enlightens the crown chakra.

Affirmation: I am a Being of radiant light energy and my source is Love. My light transforms the world. I am One with the Light.

Corresponding Colour: Violet / White

White Stinkwood Tree Mist ~ Tree of Light

Supportive Essences: The Milkwood and Spike Thorn may act as supportive essences to the White Stinkwood – particularly if the White Stinkwood essence is being used to address a long-standing imbalance and an “awareness crisis” has arisen. An awareness crisis is an intensification of negative feelings or old patterns of being. It is the soul’s way of calling our attention to these old blockages that need to be acknowledged, blessed and released.

Tree of Light ~ White Stinkwood

Botanical Info

The White Stinkwood
Celtis africana
Family: CANNABACEAE

Learning about how this tree grows in nature brings further appreciation for its essence:

With their human-like, pale-silver trunks and tender green growth each Spring, White Stinkwoods are perhaps the most popular of all South Africa’s indigenous trees. Previously placed in the Ulmaceae family (like the English elm tree), Celtis has now been reclassified into the Cannabis family. Other than a shared evolutionary origin, members of the family have few common characteristics; some are trees (e.g. Celtis), others are herbaceous plants (e.g. Cannabis). The deciduous White Stinkwood occurs from the Western Cape to Ethiopia in northern Africa. Very adaptable, it grows on sand dunes, rocky outcrops and in lush forest. As a consequence of this adaptability, its appearance and size vary considerably.

In Spring, clusters of tiny flowers – resembling miniature, golden crowns – appear.  These are followed by the small, round, golden berries which are enjoyed by an array of wild life. They have a very sweet, almost carrot-like flavour. The leaves are browsed on by kudu, bushbuck, grey duiker, grysbok and impala, as well as the larvae of the African snout and blue-spotted charaxes butterflies. The name “White Stinkwood” has caused some confusion – it is not related to the true stinkwood, Ocotea bullata, and neither, despite numerous references in various texts about the timber of this tree, does it stink! In fact, the heartwood has an earthy, sweet perfume.

The wood is soft to medium in hardness and makes a good general timber, suitable for planking and shelving. In days passed it was apparently used to make yokes. Some African cultures revere the White Stinkwood for having magical, spiritual powers. It is said to offer protection from negative forces and to bestow fertility, as well as to deter snakes.

Wind-fallen branches are gathered at Platbos and hand-crafted into unique and beautiful pendulums.

Distinctive and stately, the White Stinkwood graces many gardens and avenues. As urban trees, these trees are fast growing. Here at Platbos however, they occur within a dense forest canopy of evergreen trees and as a consequence, they are slow growing with bark that is mottled with lichens and mosses associated with clean air. The sandy soil is dry in summer and harsh conditions during this season cause the growing leaders to die back and side branches to form giving the trees of Platbos their twisty, gnarled and slight baobab appearance. The tree on our logo pays homage to this unique characteristic of the Platbos White Stinkwoods.

Harvesting of any parts of a tree or plant must always be done in a kind, respectful and sustainable manner, and necessary permits obtained from the relevant authorities. Those purchasing natural plant remedies also have the responsibility to ensure that these products have been sustainably harvested as otherwise they too are contributing to the likely extinction of the plant and other animals in the ecosystem that rely upon it for their survival.

Tree of Light ~ White Stinkwood

Feedback on the White Stinkwood Essence

“I am using the White Stinkwood essence at the moment, and loving it. I feel very connected when I use it. I also feel assisted when working with others, and not in a vague kind of a way, but in a very real and presenced kind of a way.” – Anna, Kinesiologist

“I have started working with White Stinkwood – just on pulse points to get a feel for the energy.  It’s amazing – a wonderfully high and clear vibration.”. – Sue, Kinesiologist

“The White Stinkwood has accelerated my growth incredibly. Almost instant and quite breathtaking. Has pushed me out of my comfort zone…” -Nicole, Shiatsu Therapist

“What appears to be a remarkable essence which is not on the minor chakra chart as its effect is on the ovoid. And on the Auric fields.  Its purpose is to align the higher self and connect the soul’s purpose with inner wisdom. Assists with smoothly negotiating life changes and rites of passage. May be of use in protecting the aura and may help in developing channelling abilities. It seems to be strongest when at the Ba Hui Point and the Dreaming point as well, i.e. precognitive abilities. This essence will need further exploration.” – Dr.A. Brito-Babapulle (Kinesiologist and creator of the TEK muscle testing methodology, United Kingdom)

“On using White Stinkwood essence, all of nature came alive for me – it was as though I could hear the voices of the trees and flowers – even the rocks were talking to me!”  Julia, Healer.

We welcome your feedback on the African Tree Essences: if you would like to share your experiences about this essence, please contact us.

Feedback on the White Stinkwood Essence

“I am using the White Stinkwood essence at the moment, and loving it. I feel very connected when I use it. I also feel assisted when working with others, and not in a vague kind of a way, but in a very real and presenced kind of a way.” – Anna, Kinesiologist

“I have started working with White Stinkwood – just on pulse points to get a feel for the energy.  It’s amazing – a wonderfully high and clear vibration.”. – Sue, Kinesiologist

“The whitesinkwood has accelerated my growth incredibly. Almost instant and quite breathtaking. Has pushed me out of my comfort zone…” -Nicole, Shiatsu Therapist

“What appears to be a remarkable essence which is not on the minor chakra chart as its effect is on the ovoid. And on the Auric fields.  Its purpose is to align the higher self and connect the soul’s purpose with inner wisdom. Assists with smoothly negotiating life changes and rites of passage. May be of use in protecting the aura and may help in developing channelling abilities. It seems to be strongest when at the Ba Hui Point and the Dreaming point as well, i.e. precognitive abilities. This essence will need further exploration.” – Dr.A. Brito-Babapulle (Kinesiologist and creator of the TEK muscle testing methodology, United Kingdom)

“On using White Stinkwood essence, all of nature came alive for me – it was as though I could hear the voices of the trees and flowers – even the rocks were talking to me!”  Julia, Healer.

We welcome your feedback on the African Tree Essences: if you would like to share your experiences about this essence, please contact us.

References for Botanical & Traditional Medicinal uses mentioned generally in text for Platbos Tree Species:
Moll, Eugene and Glen.1989 Struik Pocket Guide Common Trees of Southern Africa. Struik Publishers
Palgrave, Keith Coates 1984 Trees of Southern Africa (Second Revised Edition). Struik Publishers.
Palmer and Pitman. 1961 Trees of South Africa.  Published by A A Balkema, Cape Town.
Pienaar, Kristo 1985 Grow South African Plants. Struik Publishers.
Schwegler, Mathia. 2003 Medicinal and Other Uses of Southern Overberg Fynbos Plants. Published by M. Schwegler, Farm Heidehof, Gansbaai
Van Wyk, Ben-Erik, Van Oudtshoorn, Bosch & Gericke, Nigel. 1997
Medicinal Plants of South Africa. Briza Publications
Van Wyk, Ben-Erik, Van Oudtshoorn, Bosch & Gericke, Nigel. 2000 People’s Plants of South Africa. Briza Publications.
Venter, Fanie & Julye-Ann. 1996 Making the Most of Indigenous Trees. Briza Publications.

Disclaimer:
The African Tree Essences products do not claim to cure, heal, alleviate or prevent any illness or medical condition. Flower essences work holistically at a vibrational level providing emotional and spiritual support. The use of these products and/or services is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional.