Chandan - General Information
चंदन
Scientific Name: Santalum album
Family: Santalaceae
About This Plant
Highly valuable sandalwood tree, known for its aromatic heartwood and essential oil production. Sacred and commercially important.
Climate Requirements
Best Planting Time
All Year
Best planting season
Spacing: 3 x 3 feets (with host plants nearby)
Pit Size: 45cm x 45cm x 45cm
Irrigation & Fertilizer
Irrigation Schedule
- Summer: Water every 7-10 days (critical)
- Winter: Water every 15-20 days
- Method: Drip irrigation recommended
Fertilizer Application
Recommendation: Being semi-parasitic, gets nutrients from host. Moderate organic matter sufficient.
Flowering & Harvest Time
Flowering Season
March - April (small flowers)
Fruit Maturity
Fruits ripen in summer, seeds for propagation
Expected Production
12-15 (heartwood formation)
Years to production
8-12 kg heartwood, 200-300ml oil
Expected yield
Extremely High
Commercial value
Note: One of most valuable trees. Heartwood develops after 10 years. Oil extraction highly profitable. Regulated harvest.
Disease & Pest Control
Health Benefits
Care Instructions
Requires warm climate, partial shade initially then full sun, regular watering. Needs host plant (neem, acacia) for first 2-3 years as it's semi-parasitic.
Additional Care Tips:
- Follow the recommended watering schedule for your climate
- Apply fertilizers as per the schedule above
- Monitor regularly for pests and diseases
- Maintain proper spacing for good air circulation
- Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Our Commitment
- Complete care guidance provided
- Free technical support for 1 year
- Plant replacement guarantee (if required)
- Organic fertilizer recommendations
- Disease prevention support
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