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Sandalwood with Host (Small).
Max: 10 plants per order, please contact us for larger quantities.
Australian Sandalwood Santalum spicatum is one of four species of the family Santalaceae to occur in Western Australia, and is native to semi-arid areas in the Southwest. It has a similar distribution to quandong (Santalum acuminatum) and is a hemi-parasite requiring macronutrients from the roots of hosts. It has a shrubby to small tree habit, but can grow to 6 metres and is tolerant of drought and salt. Sandalwood are protected and listed as a Vulnerable species. If planted for harvest and or sale of timber and seeds a permit is required.
Seedling in 1lt bag, 50-100mm high. Enchylaena tomentosa (Ruby Saltbush) is the default host.
