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Botanical name: Santalum album
Family Santalaceae
Therapeutic actions
Anti-depressive: uplifting to mood
Antiseptic: destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria. Used topically.
Aphrodisiac: increase sexual desire
Astringent: contracts, tightens and binds tissues
Sedative: reduces nervousness, distress, or agitation
Tonic: strengthens and improves bodily performance