Indian White Sandalwood Plant, Chandan Tree with Pot – First Delivery

The Sandalwood tree

The Sandalwood tree Also known as (Santalum album/Chandan Tree), native to India’s dry tropical coastal forests, is highly prized for its aromatic heartwood and rich essential oils.

This evergreen tree can reach a height of 4-9 meters and boasts a long lifespan, often living up to a century. The tree’s oval leaves are thin, oppositely arranged, and have a smooth, shiny surface that’s bright green on top with a pale, glaucous underside.

Sandalwood trees begin to bear fruit after three years, with viable seeds appearing after five years. Known by various names such as Indian sandalwood, fragrant sandalwood, and white sandalwood, this tree is celebrated for its aromatic scent, widely used in incense and perfumes.

Indian sandalwood is the most renowned variety, but other species like tropical Indian sandalwood and temperate dryland Australian sandalwood are also commonly cultivated.

Once established, sandalwood trees are both sensuous and potentially profitable. The key to successful cultivation lies in selecting an appropriate site, germinating and transplanting seeds carefully, and providing consistent care to ensure the trees thrive.

Sandalwood is highly valued not only for its fragrance but also for its cultural and economic significance. As a slow-growing tree, it requires patience and attention, but the rewards of cultivating this revered species make it a worthwhile endeavor for those interested in sustainable and profitable forestry.