Red Parrot Feather PLUMA DE LORO

The red parrot feather, pluma de loro, is one of the most meaningful items in Lucumí ceremony. Known as ikodide, it stands for the dignity and authority of the Orishas and the people consecrated to them. Each order is one feather.

What is ikodide?

Ikodide is the Lucumí name for the red tail feather of the parrot. In Santería it's a symbol of royalty, honor and spiritual authority. It shows up in initiation, in the crowns and tools of the Orishas, and in many ceremonial pieces.

How is the red parrot feather used?

• Kariocha: the feather plays an important part in the initiation of a new iyawó.
• Orisha crowns and tools: it's used to dress crowns, fans and other sacred objects.
• Ceremony and ebbo: it's called for in many ceremonies and works prescribed in a reading.

How the feather is used is decided by your godparent or the priest leading the ceremony.

Why buy it from El Viejo Lázaro?

Godparents and olorishas have counted on our Miami botanica for ceremonial supplies since 2003. We ship feathers carefully so they arrive in good condition anywhere in the United States.

Frequently asked questions

What is a pluma de loro used for in Santería?

The red parrot feather, called ikodide, is used in Kariocha, on Orisha crowns and tools, and in ceremonies, where it represents honor and spiritual authority.

Is it sold individually?

Yes. Each order is one red parrot feather. Order as many as your ceremony requires.

What does ikodide mean?

Ikodide is the Lucumí name for the red parrot feather, a symbol of royalty and the Orishas' authority.