Tamarindus indica

the species

FabaceaeTamarindus

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