Santalum austrocaledonicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austrocaledonicum
ID:
1261810
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vieill.
Source:
tro
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 16: 61 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261148
Common Names
- Santalum austrocaledonicum
- Austrocaledonicum Santalum
- Santalum Austrocaledonicum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Santalum austrocaledonicum (also called New Caledonian Sandalwood, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to New Caledonia. It has small, leathery leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in dry forests and on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Santalum austrocaledonicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Santalum austrocaledonicum var. minutum N.HalléSantalum austrocaledonicum var. pilosulum N.Hallé
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Santalum austrocaledonicum is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Santalum austrocaledonicum is a woody plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation can be done through seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Santalum austrocaledonicum
Santalum austrocaledonicum is native to New Caledonia and can be found in the dry forests of the island.
Santalum austrocaledonicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Santalum austrocaledonicum?
Santalum austrocaledonicum
What type of plant is Santalum austrocaledonicum?
It is a succulent plant.
Where does Santalum austrocaledonicum grow?
It is native to the Caucasus region.
Species in the Santalum genus
Santalum yasi, Santalum album, Santalum macgregorii, Santalum lanceolatum, Santalum obtusifolium, Santalum spicatum, Santalum insulare, Santalum boninense, Santalum fernandezianum, Santalum acuminatum, Santalum ellipticum, Santalum freycinetianum, Santalum haleakalae, Santalum paniculatum, Santalum salicifolium, Santalum myrtifolium, Santalum papuanum, Santalum austrocaledonicum,
Species in the Santalaceae family
Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,
References
Eugène Vieillard (1819-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vieill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:780594-1: Based on the initial data import