Pterocarpus santalinus

Type of Plant
Trade Name
Red sandalwood
Local Name
Rakthachandanam
Family
Leaf Type
Habit
Tree
Leaf Shape
Phyllotaxy
Colour of Flower/Inflorescence
Fruit type
Uses
It is an astringent and a cooling agent, used in several skincare preparations. The wood is used for making fancy articles and is much carved. It has been used in Ayurvedic medicine as an anti-septic, wound healing agent. Used in the preparation of cosmetics.
Other Details
Habit
Leaf