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Sandalwood
आजची वनस्पती

Santalum album

SandalwoodEvergreen

Sandalwood (Santalum album) is a tree belonging to the Santalaceae family, native to India. Known for its fragrant blooms. An excellent air purifier.

FamilySantalaceae
GenusSantalum
NativeIndia
LifespanBiennial

History & Culture

History, cultural references, and traditional context for Santalum album.

Historical Background

Sandalwood has a long history of cultivation and use across multiple civilizations.

  • In every garden, sandalwood tells its own story.

Cultural Significance

Cultural significance of Sandalwood

Symbol of nature's abundance

Timeline: Journey Through Time

11615

First documented cultivation of Sandalwood

22007

Modern cultivars developed

In every garden, sandalwood tells its own story.