Santalaceae Magnoliopsida Magnoliophyta Plantae

Family of small trees, shrubs and herbs, many semi-parasitic, and mostly from the tropics and southern hemisphere. There are about 38 genera, the most important species being Santalum album, the Sandalwood tree, from the roots of which, sandalwood oil is distilled.

• Parasitic Plants - Santalaceae - Worldwide distribution map, list of genera, and many santalaceae images.
• Santalaceae - Botanical description of this family, with illustrations and technical drawings of several species.

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