sandalwood

noun2

1. •
   Any of various tropical trees of the genus Santalum, native or long naturalized in India, Australia, Hawaii, and many south Pacific islands.
2. •
   The aromatic heartwood of these trees used in ornamental carving, in the construction of insect-repellent boxes and chests, and as a source of certain perfumes.

   • You shall put in a little bag the Powder of Sandalwood with the aforesaid well-scenting Spices, and heart-strengthening Powders, and lay it warm upon the left breast. — 1680