Santalum Collection

Indian sandalwood, Santalum album. Vulnerable. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Indian sandalwood, Santalum album. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Sandalwood, Santalum album, from Curtiss Botanical Magazine, 1833.. Illustration drawn by William Jackson Hooker, engraved by Swan

Illustration of white neroli flowers, pink bud and green leaves on stems, sandalwood wood chips, and pink rose bud on stem with sepals

Illustration of Santalum (Sandalwood), wood chips

Illustration of pink rose buds, sandalwood wood chips, and rosemary flowers and leaves on stem

Illustration of lavender flowers on stem, German chamomile flowers, and sandalwood chips

Illustration of sandalwood wood chips lavender flowers on stem, and two Jasmine flowers

Picture No. 10862863
Quandong (Santalum acuminatum) fruit. Lake Johnston, Western Australia Date:

Santalum album, sandalwood
An illustration showing leaves and flowers from a sandalwood plant (Santalum album). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Sandalwood alpha-santalol molecule
Sandalwood alpha-santalol. Molecular model of the sesquiterpene alcohol alpha-santalol found in the oil of the sandalwood tree (Santalum sp.)

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Santalum, also known as sandalwood, is a precious and aromatic tree species native to India. Its scientific name is Santalum album and it belongs to the family of Curtiss Botanical. This beautiful plant, with its white neroli flowers, pink buds, and green leaves on stems, exudes an enchanting fragrance that has captivated people for centuries. However, despite its allure, Indian sandalwood is considered vulnerable due to overexploitation. The demand for this exquisite wood has led to unsustainable harvesting practices and illegal trade. It's crucial that we protect these magnificent trees before they become endangered. The illustrations showcase the various forms in which sandalwood can be found - from wood chips used in perfumes and incense sticks to dried rose buds on stems adorned with sepals. The aroma of sandalwood combined with the delicate scent of pink roses or lavender creates a truly heavenly experience. In Picture No. 10862863, we catch a glimpse of the mesmerizing beauty album itself – its smooth bark and richly scented heartwood make it highly sought after worldwide. Let us appreciate the wonders album while raising awareness about its conservation needs. By cherishing this remarkable gift from nature responsibly, we can ensure future generations get to enjoy the soothing essence of Indian sandalwood for years to come.