Botanics - Red Sandalwood

Scientific name Pterocarpus santalinus
Appearance Dense, hard wood with fine grain, presented as chips or fine powder
Smell Slightly woody, sweet, less fragrant than white sandalwood
Color Purplish red to deep reddish brown
Used parts Wood (sawdust, sticks, powder)
Origins India (Andhra Pradesh), Sri Lanka, Indonesia
Toxicity level Weak (external use or fumigation; non-traditional internal use)