Threatened species scientific committee is mulling whether to list Australian sandalwood for protection under national environmental lawsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastConsumers and celebrities around the world covet it for its warm, earthy and musky scent. But Australian sandalwood's popularity has come at more than just a hefty cost to the wallet, with some scientists warning the species is at risk of extinction in the wild."Australian sandalwood's downfall is that it's one of the most fragrant species of sandalwood in the world," said Richard McLellan, an adjunct research fellow at Charles Sturt University.Sign up for Guardian Australia's breaking news email Continue reading...
From Aesop to Estée Lauder, Australian sandalwood is coveted worldwide for its aroma. But experts say it's at risk
26. října 2024 10:31
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Zdroj: The Guardian