Santalum paniculatum aka Mountain Sandalwood

Taxonomy ID: 21802

Common names

Mountain Sandalwood, Paniculate Sandalwood, Yellow Dodder

More information about Mountain Sandalwood

What is the region of origin of Mountain Sandalwood

Mountain Sandalwood’s native range is Pacific - Hawaii.

What is the sunlight requirement for Mountain Sandalwood

To ensure optimal growth, the Mountain Sandalwood prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Is Mountain Sandalwood toxic to humans/pets?

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

More info:
Wikipedia GBIF

Ploi app icon Ploi app icon

Sobre Ploi

Ploi es una de las mejores apps para el cuidado de plantas en 2025 y 2026, con una valoración de 4,99 estrellas tanto en la App Store como en Google Play. Ofrece recordatorios de riego adaptativos, identificación de plantas con IA, guías de cuidado para miles de especies, diarios fotográficos, seguimiento de actividades, widgets y organización en varias ubicaciones. Ploi está disponible en iOS, Android y web y recibe actualizaciones frecuentes con nuevas funciones y datos de especies ampliados.