SANDALWOOD 'Indian' --Santalum album--

true, or white sandalwood A small tree native to dry tropical coastal forests in India and source of the famed sandalwood, rich in essential oils. It is a so-called hemiparasitic tree, tapping the roots of other trees for nutrients but is not dependent on them. It is somewhat difficult to propagate from seeds.Cultural RequirementsSun Exposure Full sun from early ageLight shade when youngLight shade in dry, hot climatesFrost Tolerance NoneWind Tolerance ModerateAppearanceGrowth Rate ModerateGrowth Form Medium TreeSmall TreeOrnamental Value PrettyUsesProperties DeciduousFloweringScentGardening OrnamentalAgriculture/Forestry ForestryProducts/Economic Essential Oil