In India Red sandalwood plant is considered as one of the most sacred tree. It has lot of uses In spiritual practice and meditation. It radiates strong positive and healing energy and purifies the surrounding energy. In India it is prominently used in worshipping.

Red sandalwood tree has great medicinal properties, wood is used in Indian Ayurveda to prepare different medicines.

It requires well drained soil (prefers red soil). Grows up-to 14mtr tall. For healthy growth Selection of host plant is important. Grows faster than white sandalwood plant.