West Australian Sandalwood has been one of the state’s most valuable exports since the 19th century. It’s value as a fragrant wood was thought to be discovered by chinese labourers working in the newly established Swan River Colony in Perth. At a time when there was a serious trade deficit, the revenue accrued from the harvesting of Sandalwood for export provided a booming economy and the search for it resulted in most of Western Australia being “opened up”. In 1847 the West Australian government imposed a tax on Sandalwood which in return paid for infrastructure (such as roads) to support the industry.

Sandalwood oil is highly prized for its exotic and powerful calming fragrance. Sandalwood’s rich golden colour embodies the natural elements of sensuality, spirituality and vitality. It has delicate floral sweetness combined with a rich woody aroma.

Renowned for it’s calmative nature it is widely used by Aromatherapists and is particularly favoured in Ayurvedic medicine for its healing properties. It also has sedative and relaxation effects, beneficial for relieving anxiety, tension and lifting depression.