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Sandalwood
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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

Varieties of Santalum album

Explore varieties and cultivars currently available for Sandalwood.

Santalum album 'Orange'

Orange Sandalwood

Orange variety of Sandalwood

Orange Rank 1

Santalum album 'Cream'

Cream Sandalwood

Cream variety of Sandalwood

Cream Rank 2

Santalum album 'Lavender'

Lavender Sandalwood

Lavender variety of Sandalwood

Lavender Rank 3

Santalum album 'Yellow'

Yellow Sandalwood

Yellow variety of Sandalwood

Yellow Rank 4

Santalum album 'Peach'

Peach Sandalwood

Peach variety of Sandalwood

Peach Rank 5

Did You Know?

Sandalwood is fragrant and attracts pollinators across India.