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Sandalwood

Santalum album, Santalaceae

Zones
10–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

LeucaenaLeucaena leucocephala
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

PlantainMusa paradisiaca

Sandalwood is parasitic and may compete with plantain for root nutrients and space

ArganArgania spinosa

Both valuable trees adapted to harsh conditions may compete for limited water and nutrients

Uses

Functions

TimberOilMedicine

Common Questions

What zones does Sandalwood grow in?

Sandalwood grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Sandalwood?

Good companions for Sandalwood include Leucaena.

Design guilds with Sandalwood and see companion relationships visually.

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