{"product_id":"sandeltrae-santalum-album-fro-10-stk","title":"Sandalwood (Santalum album) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandeltræ, ægte sandeltræ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandalwood, Indian sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"812\" data-start=\"441\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"457\" data-start=\"441\"\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e is the true sandalwood – one of the world's most famous and sought-after tree species, known for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"550\"\u003earomatic heartwood\u003c\/strong\u003e, which has been used for millennia in incense, perfume, religious rituals, and traditional medicine. The species is originally from India and Southeast Asia, but is today rare in the wild due to intensive exploitation and strict regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"814\"\u003eThe tree is evergreen and develops narrow to elliptical, glossy green leaves as well as small, inconspicuous flowers, which later form dark fruits. The characteristic sandalwood scent only develops in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1026\" data-start=\"1004\"\u003ethe older heartwood\u003c\/strong\u003e and is therefore something that only appears after many years of growth – even in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"814\"\u003eA special plant: hemiparasite\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"814\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1161\" data-start=\"1145\"\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"1168\"\u003ehemiparasitic species\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means that in nature it grows with roots that partially attach to other plants to absorb water and nutrients. It performs photosynthesis itself, but thrives best in interaction with a host plant – an important detail when cultivating from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"814\"\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1104\" data-start=\"814\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1484\" data-start=\"1468\"\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1526\" data-start=\"1500\"\u003ebright light to full sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1546\"\u003ewell-drained, slightly sandy or mineral soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1624\" data-start=\"1593\"\u003ewarm and stable temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"1670\" data-start=\"1627\"\u003emoderate watering (does not tolerate standing water)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1881\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003eThe plant is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1705\" data-start=\"1683\"\u003enot frost-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e. In Denmark, it is grown as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1748\" data-start=\"1732\"\u003econtainer plant\u003c\/strong\u003e that can be kept outdoors during the summer months and overwintered in a bright, frost-free location. The temperature should preferably be kept above \u003cstrong data-end=\"1869\" data-start=\"1857\"\u003e12–15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2047\" data-start=\"1883\"\u003eFor optimal growth, it is recommended to grow the sandalwood tree together with a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1971\" data-start=\"1950\"\u003esuitable host plant\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same pot or nearby, e.g., grasses, legumes, or smaller shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2047\" data-start=\"1883\"\u003eCultivation from seed (important)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2047\" data-start=\"1883\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"2092\"\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e germinate best when fresh. To increase the germination rate, the following is recommended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2238\" data-start=\"2184\"\u003esoaking the seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2277\" data-start=\"2241\"\u003esowing in a well-drained soil mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2308\" data-start=\"2280\"\u003etemperature of 22–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"2353\" data-start=\"2311\"\u003ekeeping the soil slightly moist, but never wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2594\" data-start=\"2355\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within 2–6 weeks, but can vary and take significantly longer. Young plants grow slowly at first and establish the root system before visible top growth really accelerates. Early access to a host plant is crucial for healthy development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2594\" data-start=\"2355\"\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2594\" data-start=\"2355\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2643\" data-start=\"2627\"\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e is a plant with enormous \u003cstrong data-end=\"2713\" data-start=\"2667\"\u003ecultural, historical, and economic significance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The aromatic wood is traditionally used for sandalwood oil, incense, carvings, and perfume, and the scent is known for its warm, soft, and lasting character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3130\" data-start=\"2872\"\u003eIn cultivation, the plant is particularly interesting as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2934\" data-start=\"2915\"\u003elong-term project\u003c\/strong\u003e and collector's plant – a tree that one follows and cultivates over many years. Growing from seed offers the opportunity to experience the entire development from a young plant to a slowly maturing tree with great symbolic value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54651022311692,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Santalumalbum_2.jpg?v=1769374037","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/sandeltrae-santalum-album-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}