What is sandalwood?

Santal wood tree is an aromatic tree originally in the tropics of Asia. Some people use this term to refer to all trees in the family Santalum , while others reserve it specially for s. Album , also known as white or Nepalese sandalwood. Many people around the world enjoy the tree and its products because it has a significant rich smell that is used in various perfumes, incense and wooden products. Unfortunately, this extensive popularity threatened the tree population in Asia. These trees knock on the roots of their target species and divert useful materials. They are most found in relatively dry forests throughout Asia and all are woody and produce colored flowers. Many species develop fruit that are used in food assortment, including jelly and canning. Some peoples these trees as ornaments for their gardens, enjoying bright flowers and distinctive red fruits and leaves.

As the real sandalwood ripens, it develops aromatic oil. The development of the oil lasts about 15 years, and most people prefer the trees to mature up to 80 years before their harvesting, ensure enough oil reserves and allow oil to penetrate the tree fully. Usually sandalwood is harvested by overthrowing, so oil can be used at the bottom of the trunk. Because the wood is so heavily harvested, it is almost extinct in India and is considered an endangered species in other countries.

Santal wood cultivation has been successful in some regions, although it requires extensive effort and patience, because the trees must be allowed to ripen. The host trees must also be planted to feed on seedlings and require careful steering to ensure that they do not develop developing trees. Nature conservation organizations support sandalwood growing in the hope that a valuable species will be preserved for the pleasure of future generations.

pure sandalwood oil is often availableEven in Natural Foods stores, for use in the production of perfume mixtures or in aromatherapy diffusers. It is also mixed into incense mixtures and some companies sell products made of wood, from fans to chests. Since sandalwood naturally discourages insects, many people like to store important items in boxes made of it.