A very close relative to Indian Sandalwood in composition, S. australcaledonicum is an excellent altenative at a more reasonable price, with all the same applications.

Regarded in Ayurvedic medicine as a definitive anti-pitta essence - very cooling to fiery, over-heated conditions. May be useful for fiery conditions of the skin (dry, irritated, chapped, acne).

May be a beneficial tonic for the lymphatic & circulatory systems.

May benefit respiratory complaints, as with coughs & laryngitis.

Overall, a cooling & grounding essence, long used in spiritual practice.