🌳 Sandalwood
✅ Native

Sandalwood

Santalum album · Santalaceae

Also known as: Chandan

Aromatic heartwood and oil of high commercial and cultural value; protected owing to over-exploitation

🗺️ Native range in India: Native to the peninsular Deccan, especially Karnataka

Why Sandalwood is a great native choice

  • Aromatic heartwood and oil of high commercial and cultural value
  • protected owing to over-exploitation
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Frequently asked questions

Is Sandalwood native to India?

Yes. Sandalwood (Santalum album) is native to India. Aromatic heartwood and oil of high commercial and cultural value; protected owing to over-exploitation

What are the benefits of Sandalwood?

Key benefits include: Aromatic heartwood and oil of high commercial and cultural value; protected owing to over-exploitation.

Should I plant Sandalwood?

Yes, Sandalwood is a good native choice for India. Native plants support local birds, bees and butterflies and are usually well suited to the local climate.

More native plants for India

Sources: R7, R8. See full references.

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