Tamarindus indica

the species

Fabaceae › Tamarindus

The tamarind is in the pea or Fabaceae family and is native to tropical Africa and is the only species in the Tamarindus genus. It is a long-lived tree with a dense spreading crown growing up to 30 m tall.

The seed pod widely used for food in the tropics.

Contributors

  • Forest and Kim Starr