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Santalum, Indian Sandalwood, Chandan Tree- Plant
Product Contains
Sr No. | Item name |
1 | Chandan Plant |
2 | Comes in a grow bag |
₹340.00 ₹760.00
₹690.00 for 2 item(s)
Description
- Sandalwood is often cited as one of the most expensive woods in the world.
- Sandalwoods are medium-sized hemiparasitic Fragrant wood trees
- Sandalwood tree grows to a height of about 20 metres.
- Has leathery leaves in pairs, each opposite the other on the branch
- Leaves are partially parasitic on the roots of other tree species.
- Both tree and roots contain a yellow aromatic oil, called sandalwood oil, the odour of which persists for years.
- The oil is obtained by steam distillation of the wood and is used in perfumes, soaps, candles, incense, and folk medicines.
- They may live to one hundred years of age.
Plant Specification
Common Name | Indian Sandalwood, Chandan, |
Maximum Reachable Height | 20 m |
Flower Colour | Purple brown |
Bloom Time | March- April and September- October |
Difficulty Level | Easy to grow. |
Caring of Chandan Plant
Sunlight
- Keep the plant in direct bright light.
- Provide afternoon shade to the plant when young.
Soil
- The soil should be well drained and fertile rich in organic content.
Watering
- Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
- Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.
- Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Application of Fertilizer
- During the main growing season feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
- Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Re-potting
- When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
- Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.
Plant Protection
- Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and dispose them away from the planting area.
- Spray Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil for any insect/pest attack, as a primary treatment.
Special Feature
- Both tree and roots contain a yellow aromatic oil, called sandalwood oil.
- It is considered sacred tree.
- Fragrant wood.
Uses
Ornamental Use:
- Grown as specimen tree in a landscape.
- Very popular bonsai plant.
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Product Contains
Sr No. | Item name |
1 | Chandan Plant |
2 | Comes in a grow bag |
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Vendor Information
- Store Name: WILDROOTS
- Vendor: WILDROOTS
- 5.00 rating from 59 reviews
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