{"product_id":"tamarind-tree-tamarindus-indica","title":"Tamarind Tree  Tamarindus indica","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTamarind Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTamarindus indica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tamarind is one of the most widely grown and admired tropical fruit trees in the world, valued for both its delicious fruit and beautiful ornamental appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slow-growing but extremely long-lived tree, Tamarind develops a large spreading canopy with graceful branches and attractive fine foliage, making it an excellent shade tree for larger gardens and food forests. Mature trees are highly wind resistant and can live for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pod-like fruit contains a sticky brown pulp with a rich sweet-sour flavour that is widely used throughout Asian, Indian, African and Middle Eastern cuisine. Tamarind is famous for adding the distinctive tangy flavour and deep colour to curries, sauces, chutneys and drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe young leaves are also edible and commonly used fresh in salads, curries and chutneys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamarind has a unique sweet, tangy and slightly fruity flavour that blends beautifully with spicy dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pulp is commonly used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChutneys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir fries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinks and syrups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandies and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally the pulp is soaked in water and strained before use, with the liquid added to cooking. Tamarind extract can also be used as a convenient alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung leaves are edible and can be added to salads, curries and chutneys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical to subtropical fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-pollinating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLikes well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate watering once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan tolerate short dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSometimes handles light frost once mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow growing when young but becomes a very large long-lived tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamarind is ideal for larger gardens, food forests and tropical landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical, Subtropical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large ornamental shade tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10m+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-pollinating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sometimes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral soil (6.6–7.3 pH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFruiting Season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctober, November, December, January, February, March \u0026amp; April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTime to Fruit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeedling trees generally fruit in approximately 5+ years depending on climate and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll plants are posted every Monday via Australia Post Express Post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Monday falls on a public holiday, orders will be sent Tuesday or the following Monday depending on destination and weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe carefully pack all plants to help ensure they arrive healthy and happy ready for their new home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–50mm tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rare Dragon Fruit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45113885851830,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/7103\/6854\/files\/Untitled_16_x_20_cm_2000_x_2000_px_-_2026-05-10T165727.601.png?v=1778396296","url":"https:\/\/raredragonfruit.com.au\/products\/tamarind-tree-tamarindus-indica","provider":"Rare Dragon Fruit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}