Below is a DENR- and investor-ready technical datasheet for OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets of Santalum album (Indian Sandalwood), written to align with DENR–EMB / DENR–FMB requirements, CITES expectations, and high-value aromatic agroforestry investment standards.
This species is especially important for regulatory clarity and sustainability signaling, so the framing is intentionally rigorous.
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets
Santalum album L. (Indian Sandalwood)
Technology Platform: OrgaGen™ Technologies
Propagation System: Organogenesis-based clonal micropropagation
Developed by: Crown Organogenesis Protocols Inc.
Agroforestry Group: Crown Agroforestry Group Inc.
1. Species Overview
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Santalum album L. |
| Common Name | Indian Sandalwood |
| Family | Santalaceae |
| Growth Habit | Small to medium evergreen hemi-parasitic tree |
| Primary Products | Heartwood, sandalwood oil |
| Harvest System | Long-cycle heartwood harvest |
| CITES Status | Appendix II |
| DENR Status | Allowed for plantation cultivation under regulated conditions |
2. OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlet Profile
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets of Santalum album are laboratory-propagated, genetically uniform, and disease-free planting materials designed to support traceable, plantation-based sandalwood production, thereby reducing pressure on wild populations.
Key Plantlet Characteristics
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Propagation Method | Organogenesis-based micropropagation |
| Genetic Fidelity | ≥ 99% clonal uniformity |
| Phytosanitary Status | Pathogen-free, laboratory screened |
| Root System | Fully developed, nursery-hardened |
| Acclimatization | Greenhouse-to-field hardened |
| Field Survival Rate | 85–95% (with proper host integration) |
3. Growth & Agronomic Performance
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Initial Establishment | 6–12 months |
| Host Requirement | Obligate hemi-parasite (requires compatible host plants) |
| Heartwood Formation | 8–12 years |
| Optimal Harvest Age | 15–25 years |
| Productive Lifespan | 30+ years |
| Soil & Climate | Well-drained loam; pH 6.0–7.5; 600–1,600 mm rainfall; 0–1,200 m elevation |
4. Host-Integrated Agroforestry System
Santalum album requires co-planting with host species, which strengthens agroforestry value:
- Nitrogen-fixing hosts (e.g., Sesbania, Erythrina)
- Long-term host trees (e.g., Casuarina, Acacia)
- Enhanced soil fertility and biodiversity
This system aligns strongly with DENR agroforestry and rehabilitation objectives.
5. Harvest & Regeneration Strategy
- Harvest limited to mature trees only
- No premature cutting or wild sourcing
- Plantation-only heartwood production
- Compatible with RegenCore™ long-cycle regenerative management
Conservation Benefits:
- Reduced pressure on wild sandalwood
- Long-term canopy retention
- High value per tree discourages overharvesting
6. Environmental & Land-Use Compatibility
- Suitable for high-value agroforestry estates
- Compatible with mixed aromatic and timber systems
- Permanent tree cover supports carbon sequestration
- Low chemical input with proper biological management
7. Economic Sustainability
| Economic Feature | Sustainability Impact |
|---|---|
| High per-tree value | Reduces incentive for land expansion |
| Long harvest cycle | Promotes land stability |
| Plantation sourcing | Eliminates wild extraction |
| Traceable production | Supports export compliance |
8. DENR & CITES Compliance Alignment
- Artificially propagated planting materials
- Plantation-based production model
- Full traceability from nursery to harvest
- Supports CITES Appendix II non-detriment findings (NDF)
- Compatible with DENR-EMB CNC/ECC requirements
9. ESG & Investor Alignment
| ESG Pillar | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Environmental | Conservation through cultivation |
| Social | Skilled rural employment |
| Governance | Traceable, regulated value chain |
10. Traceability & Documentation
Each batch of OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets may be supported by:
- Laboratory batch & clone ID
- Mother tree provenance records
- Host species integration plans
- Plantation deployment and monitoring logs
(Optional integration with Crown AgriTrace™ systems.)
11. Summary Statement
OrgaGen™ Elite Plantlets of Santalum album provide a compliant, traceable, and environmentally responsible pathway for sandalwood production. Through plantation-based cultivation, host-integrated agroforestry, and long-cycle management, the system supports DENR and CITES objectives while delivering high-value, sustainable economic returns.
Recommended next steps (strategic):
- CITES-aligned Sustainability & NDF Appendix for Sandalwood
- DENR CNC/ECC supporting narrative (high-value regulated species)
- Host-species agroforestry layout diagram
- Long-cycle financial model (15–25 years)
If you want, I can prepare these as formal annexes ready for DENR or investor submission.