Indian Sandlewood

Indian Sandalwood (Santalum album) is a highly valued tree known for its aromatic heartwood, used in perfumery, incense, and traditional medicine. This slow-growing species thrives in warm climates and well-drained soils, making it a prized addition to any collection. It requires a host plant for optimal growth and benefits from well-managed pruning.

Paired with pinto peanut ground cover. Medium-sized hemiparasitic trees that attach themselves to the root system of nearby plant, the pinto peanut is necessary until your tree find roots from other trees nearby.

Features:

• Ideal Prune Height: 3-5m
• pH Growing Conditions: 6.0-7.5
• Shade or Full Sun: Prefers full sun with a host plant
• Minimum Pot Year 5: 50L
• Time to Fruit Age: 10-15 years for heartwood development
• Interesting Notes: One of the most valuable timber trees, sought after for its fragrant wood and oil production.

Limited stock available. Pickup in Parkwood (near Riverton) by appointment. Unlike the local WA Sandlewood there's no restrictions growing this one in WA.