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Sandalwood (Santalum album)

Sandalwood (Santalum album) is a slow-growing tree native to South Asia, prized for its fragrant heartwood used in perfumery, incense, and traditional medicine.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Drought Tolerant

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm

Fertilizer

Low Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and oil development.

Watering

Drought Tolerant

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in cooler months.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm

Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates. Protect from frost.

Fertilizer

Low Feeding

Fertilize sparingly in spring. Avoid over-fertilizing, especially with nitrogen.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

9-15 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Santalum myrtifolium (L.) Roxb.
Santalum ovatum R.Br.
Sirium myrtifolium L.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSantalales
  • familySantalaceae
  • genusSantalum
  • speciesSantalum album
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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