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Santalum album flowers

Sandalwood (Santalum album)

Sandalwood oil comes from the wood of Santalum album trees. It has a woody scent. Its effects are soothing and antiseptic.

Properties

Emotional

Soothes stress, anxiety and depression. Helps alleviate insomnia.

Respiratory

Relieves sore throat, chesty cough and laryngitis. May soothe bronchitis and asthma.