Sweet Grass Smudge Braid
Hierochloe odorata
Sweetgrass is considered sacred by many peoples of North America. The smoke of burning sweetgrass is said to purify and clear objects, places, and people. Often found in medicine bundles and sometimes packed with dance clothes to keep them fresh.
Hand picked with prayer and braided in a good way by native families in Canada. For burning, the braid is held by one side, then ignited and fanned with air at the other side.