Sandalwood Seeds (Santalum album)
 
Quantity : 20 Seeds
Grow the World’s Most Valued Aromatic Tree

Santalum album, commonly known as Indian Sandalwood, is a small, long-lived tropical tree famous for producing the world’s finest sandalwood oil—a prized ingredient in perfumes, incense, cosmetics, and traditional medicine. Native to southern India and Southeast Asia, this sacred tree is revered for both its fragrant heartwood and cultural significance.

Why Grow Indian Sandalwood?
✔️ High Market Value – One of the most expensive woods in the world; oil contains ~90% alpha-santalol (superior quality).
✔️ Sacred & Medicinal Use – Traditionally used in Ayurveda, rituals, and spiritual practices.
✔️ Highly Durable Wood – Ideal for carving, crafting, and high-end products.
✔️ Sustainable Investment – A long-term crop with strong global demand and limited wild supply.
✔️ Botanical Treasure – Evergreen, parasitic tree that thrives with minimal water and in diverse soils.


Tree Details:

    Height: 4–9 meters
    Lifespan: Up to 100 years
    Fragrance Matures: Around 10–15 years
    Flowering Begins: ~7 years
    Propagation: Viable seed production starts at year 5
    Growth Type: Hemiparasitic – benefits from nearby host plants but does not harm them

Growing Conditions:

    Climate: Tropical to sub-tropical (0–38°C)
    Soils: Well-drained, sandy, or red stony soils
    Rainfall Tolerance: 500–3000 mm annually
    Sunlight: Full sun preferred
    Companion Plants: Benefits from nitrogen-fixing or shallow-rooted hosts

Important Note:
This species is classified as Vulnerable (IUCN) due to over-harvesting in the wild. Cultivating Indian Sandalwood not only offers long-term profit but also contributes to conservation efforts.

🟢 Available Now: Fresh, Viable Santalum album Seeds
✅ Carefully selected for high germination
✅ Ethically sourced
✅ Ideal for reforestation, cultivation projects, or premium aromatic oil production

Start growing your own sandalwood legacy today!