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Hawaiian sandalwood

Hawaiian sandalwood
Description

Santalum freycinetianum is a species of tree in the sandalwood family, Santalaceae, that is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. It is commonly known as ʻiliahi or Hawaiian sandalwood. The heartwood of this species is highly valued for its aromatic properties and is used in the production of incense, perfumes, and traditional Hawaiian crafts.

Taxonomic tree
Kingdom:Plantae
Subkingdom:Tracheobionta
Division:Magnoliophyta
Class:Magnoliopsida
Subclass:Rosidae
Family:Santalaceae
Genus:Santalum

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