Sandalwood, White
Santalum album
Family: Santalaceae
Evergreen tropical parasitic tree. Native to E. India and cultivated
throughout the tropics for its aromatic wood, which has a bitter and cooling
effect. Rare. Cultivation: Extra care. Soak seeds
in warm water for 24 hours. Sow seeds in warm soil, in pots or directly
in the garden. A few months after germination, the plant sends out
parasitic roots which feed off closely associated grasses, shrubs and small
trees. Protect from frost. If kept indoors in a pot, grow grass
along with it.
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