Santalum album | Indian Sandalwood | 5 Seeds

Santalum album, commonly known as Indian sandalwood, is a fragrant and valuable evergreen tree native to the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and the South Pacific. It is renowned for the aromatic heartwood found in its roots and trunk, which is used to extract sandalwood oil, a highly prized and sought-after essential oil. This tree features small, leathery leaves, white to pale yellow flowers, and a compact growth habit. Sandalwood trees are slow-growing and can take many years to mature before the prized heartwood can be harvested. The sandalwood oil extracted from this species has been used for centuries in perfumery and religious rituals. Sandalwood is celebrated for its distinctive, sweet, and woody fragrance, making it a cherished ingredient in numerous cosmetic and fragrance products. Its slow growth and overharvesting in the wild have led to its classification as a threatened species in some regions. Efforts are underway to cultivate sandalwood sustainably and protect its