Can red sandalwood be grown indoors?

Can small-leaf red sandalwood be grown indoors?

It is not recommended to plant the plant Dalbergia small-leaf indoors because its origin is in Southeast Asia. It is a sun-loving plant, cannot tolerate low temperatures, and requires a lot of sunlight to grow. If it is maintained indoors, its growth needs cannot be met.

The growth environment requirements of red sandalwood

Small-leaf red sandalwood likes sunshine and warmth. The suitable temperature for its growth is 20-30℃. It has high requirements for light and the plant is very afraid of cold, especially the seedlings, which are easily damaged by frost when the temperature is below 3℃.

Indoor cultivation method of red sandalwood

1. Light: Dalbergia small-leaf likes warmth, so it needs sufficient light during maintenance. It is best to place it in a sunny place for maintenance. The daily light time should not be less than 4 hours, and direct light is best.

2. Water: Dalbergia small-leaf has a high demand for water and needs to be watered approximately every 2-3 days. Water the plant until water flows out from the bottom of the pot.

Benefits of indoor maintenance of red sandalwood

1. Economic value: Small-leaf red sandalwood has a light sandalwood scent and can be used to make furniture or mahogany handicrafts, and has a high economic value.

2. Wood value: The wood of red sandalwood is very hard and of high value. The tree sinks when it enters water. In ancient times, it was mostly used by the royal family.