Petrified wood with Kupenga

Tumbled petrified wood with black kupenga netting.

Petrified wood is a name given to a special type of fossilized wood.

This happens when wood is buried under ash, mud or other debris depriving the wood of oxygen. Petrification happens when water containing silica and minerals penetrates the tree’s cell walls and replaces the water with different elements or compounds like quartz causing them to harden over time, thus turning the wood to stone.

Many relate petrified wood as being an earthly energy which makes sense given these taonga were once a living tree and transformed underground. They are a good tool in helping one to connect with nature and to help with grounding. Petrified wood also relates to time given the time it takes to turn wood into stone, a reminder that all great things take time. 

This taonga measures 5cm x 4xm and comes in a gift bag.

Wearing your Pounamu close to your skin can help it maintain its polish. This is because it naturally absorbs oils from your skin, which will give it a special connection to you.

To further care for your taonga, you can oil it using any natural household oils or fats such as

• olive oil
• coconut oil
• vegetable oil
• tallow

Doing so will help ensure that it remains sparkling and beautiful for many years to come.

Delivery times may vary depending on your location. See full shipping information here. Please note delivery excludes public holidays.

All taonga are sent in their own lightly fragranced Little Shop of Taonga box. Using 100% natural fragrances. Please notify us if you would NOT like fragrance added (can be done at checkout). Taonga are sent via courier.