Family Name: Santalaceae
Botanical Name(s): Santalum Album
Popular Name(s): Sandalwood, Chandana, White sandalwood, Yellow Sandalwood, Chandan, Chandanam, Srigandha
Parts Used: Wood and Oil
Habitat: Sandalwood is a small tree that grows primarily in India.
Description: The wood of its stem grows from 20 to 30 feet high, is heavy and straight-grained and varies in color. It is white when young and yellow and orange in color when it is old. Its oval leaves are covered with a whitish bloom; its small flowers are varying in color.
Uses: On the skin, sandalwood essential oil helps to moisturize and hydrate ageing, dry or flaky skin, relieving itching and inflammation and its astringent action balances oily skin conditions. It helps to clear up a dry cough and boosts the digestive system, especially helpful in diarrhea. It is used to treat general chest complaints.