Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
insulare
ID:
493652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bert. ex A.DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 585 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492984



Common Names

  • Santalum insulare
  • Hawaiian Sandalwood
  • Sandalwood


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Synonyms

  • Santalum multiflorum J.W.Moore [unknown]
  • Santalum insulare mitiaro Sykes [unknown]

Description

Santalum insulare (also called Hawaiian sandalwood, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Hawaii. It has a dense, spreading crown and grows to a height of 10 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate, obtuse, and up to 6 cm long. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and in heathlands and sandplains.

Uses & Benefits

Santalum insulare is a small shrub native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional Aboriginal medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Santalum insulare var. alticola Fosberg & Sachet
Santalum insulare var. deckeri Fosberg & Sachet
Santalum insulare var. hendersonense (F.Br.) Fosberg & Sachet
Santalum insulare var. raiateense (J.W.Moore) Fosberg & Sachet

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Santalum insulare has small, white flowers that are clustered in small heads. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Santalum insulare is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Santalum insulare

Santalum insulare is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and South East Asia.

Santalum insulare FAQ

What is the common name of Santalum insulare?

Island Sandalwood

What is the natural habitat of Santalum insulare?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

What is the distribution range of Santalum insulare?

Eastern Australia

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,