Sandalwood

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Sandalwood

Sandalwood (/ˈsændəlˌwʊd/) is a class of woods from trees in the genus Santalum. The woods are heavy, yellow, and fine-grained, and, unlike many other aromatic woods, they retain their fragrance for decades.

Etymology

The word sandalwood is derived from the Old English sandelwudu, a compound of sandel (sandal) and wudu (wood).

Description

Sandalwood is often cited for its distinctive fragrance, which is retained for a long time. The wood is used for various purposes such as carving, oil extraction, and incense. The essential oil derived from sandalwood is used in aromatherapy and to prepare various cosmetic products.

Species

The genus Santalum has more than 19 species. The most famous and commercially valuable among them are Indian sandalwood (Santalum album) and Australian sandalwood (Santalum spicatum).

Uses

Sandalwood has been used for over four millennia in various cultural practices, particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism. It is used in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurveda, where it is valued for its cooling and calming properties.

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