Mature heightSpecies-level: about 24–30 m under favourable conditions.
Fruit Plants
Tamarind
Chintha Chettu
Tamarindus indica
The evergreen tamarind tree — feathery foliage, dense shade canopy and heavy crops of tangy brown pods used in every South Indian kitchen. Extremely hardy and drought-tolerant once established, ideal for farm boundaries, avenue planting and orchard blocks. Supplied as healthy bag-grown seedlings and grafted plants in bulk lots.
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In stockAvailable sizes2 ft – 6 ft
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Plant guide
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Growing characteristics and practical care notes.
Growth habitSpecies-level: massive, broad-spreading tree with drooping branch tips.
- Mature height
- Species-level: about 24–30 m under favourable conditions.
- Growth habit
- Species-level: massive, broad-spreading tree with drooping branch tips.
- Growth rate
- Species-level: slow-growing.
- Foliage
- Species-level: fine, feathery leaves; may briefly shed leaves in very dry areas.
- Flowers / fruit
- Species-level: small yellow flowers with orange or red markings; brown pods contain tangy pulp.
- Soil
- Species-level: tolerates varied soils, from deep alluvial to rocky.
Plant information sources:Purdue New Crops Resource