Sandalwood is an evergreen, parasitic tree that burrows its roots into other trees and it can grow up to 9 meters (30 feet) high and has a brown-gray trunk, many smooth slender branches, leathery leaves and small pink-purple flowers. It can take thirty to sixty years for a tree to reach full maturity. That is when it can be harvested and distilled. Botanical Name: Santalum Spicatum – Standard Grade Plant Part: Wood Extraction Method: Steam Origin: Australia (WA)
