Santalum album
Maintenance Level
Medium
Placements
Outdoor
Toxic
No
Fragrance
Yes
Seasons
Summer,Winter
Plant Height
20 meters
Water Frequency
Winter
every 2-3 weeks
Summer
Daily
Fertilizer Frequency
Winter
6month
Summer
6-12months
Santalum album is a small tropical tree, and the traditional source of sandalwood oil. It is native to Indonesia, the Philippines, and Western Australia. It is commonly known as the true sandalwood, white sandalwood, or Indian sandalwood.
The tree's growth rate and heartwood formation vary depending on the locality and genetic factors
Its wood and wood oil are used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine
Dos
During hot and dry seasons, you may need to water slightly more often
Don'ts
Avoid waterlogging