Latin name: Santalum album Part of plant used: Heartwood of tree trunk, resin. Country of origin: India, New Caledonia, Indonesia. Physiological: Helpful for stress, PMS, cramps, calming during childbirth, bronchitis, laryngitis, acne, dry cracked skin, tonic to kidneys and bladder, herpes, depression, anxiety, impotence. Psychological: Good for meditation, deep awareness and balancing. Mythological: Anoint yourself to achieve closeness to your divine essence. Helpful with fear and surrendering your will, overcoming addictions.