red sandalwood

[Lanell]

East Indian tree with racemes of yellow-white flowers; cultivated as an ornamental

[Renato]

hard durable wood of red sandalwood trees (Pterocarpus santalinus); prized for cabinetwork

[Sonia]

tree of India and East Indies yielding a hard fragrant timber prized for cabinetwork and dark red heartwood used as a dyewood

[EdwardyHuche]

Red Sandalwood, scientifically known as Pterocarpus santalinus, is a type of tree native to India. It is highly valued for its rich, red-colored timber and is often used in traditional medicine. Its wood is extremely hard and is commonly used in woodworking for carving and furniture. The red color from the wood is also used as a dye. Due to its rarity and high demand, it is considered an endangered species and its trade is heavily regulated.