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Tropicals & Tender Perennials: Tropical Garden # 84, 1 by Metrosideros

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Metrosideros wrote:
Santalum paniculatum generally grows in mesic to dry montane to sub-alpine habitat. Many folks here try to cultivate it, but are usually unsuccessful.

A related species, Santalum ellipticum is more widespread and grows in less restricted conditions. It may be an easier plant to cultivate.

Sandalwood trees are parasitic and must be grown with a host tree to be successful.