Genus Santalum (Noun)
Meaning
Parasitic trees of Indonesia and Malaysia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Santalum is a group of parasitic trees that thrive in the tropical forests of Indonesia and Malaysia.
- In Indonesia, the genus Santalum is highly valued for its fragrant wood, which is used to make incense and perfumes.
- Santalum album, a species within the genus Santalum, is a hemiparasitic tree that grows in the dry forests of Malaysia.
- The genus Santalum has evolved to tap into the roots of other trees, allowing it to obtain nutrients and water in nutrient-poor soils.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the genus Santalum from over-harvesting, which threatens the long-term survival of these unique parasitic trees in Indonesia and Malaysia.