Tamarind Tree || Tamarindus indica || شجرة التمر الهندي || Tropical Fruit Tree UAE & KSA

The Tamarind Tree (Tamarindus indica) شجرة التمر الهندي is a majestic, long-living tropical tree celebrated for its edible pods, shade-giving canopy, and cultural importance. Native to Tropical Africa, this medium to large tree can reach up to 20–30m in height with a broad, dome-shaped crown that makes it ideal for landscaping and as a natural windbreak.

Its clusters of pale yellow flowers transform into curved, rust-colored pods that contain the tangy tamarind fruit, widely used in Middle Eastern, Indian, and Asian cuisines. Tamarind fruit is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, making it a healthy addition to both sweet and savory dishes.

Renowned for its durability and longevity, the Tamarind Tree can remain productive for 150–200 years. Though natural fruiting starts around 10 years, grafted trees can bear fruit much earlier. With proper care, this tree will provide shade, beauty, and seasonal harvests for generations.

🌿 Why Choose the Tamarind Tree?

• ✅ Produces edible pods with tangy, nutrient-rich tamarind pulp

• ✅ Large shade tree with dome-shaped canopy

• ✅ Perfect for farms, villas, and public landscapes in UAE & KSA

• ✅ Long-living tree (productive for 150+ years)

• ✅ Delivered healthy in pot with premium soil & care tips

🌍 Specifications:

• Max Height: 20–30m

• Spread: 10m

• Origin: Tropical Africa

• Family: Caesalpiniaceae / Leguminosae

• Common Name: Tamarind Tree / شجرة التمر الهندي

• Flower Colour: Pale Yellow

• Drought Tolerance: Low

• Salinity Tolerance: Low

• Sun Tolerance: High

• Wind Tolerance: High

• Water Requirement: Low

• pH Level: Basic

• Pest Tolerance: Medium

• Disease Tolerance: Medium

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Fragrance: No

🌱 Available Heights:

• 0.6–0.7m

• 1.0–1.3m overall height

• 1.8–2.0m overall height

• 2.0–2.5m overall height

• 2.5–3.0m overall height

🌴 What You’ll Receive:

• A healthy live Tamarind Tree in a nursery pot

• Safe arrival guarantee with premium soil

• Expert care instructions for long-term growth

✨ Add tropical beauty and edible abundance to your outdoor space with the Tamarind Tree (Tamarindus indica) – a perfect combination of shade, tradition, and fruit for UAE & Saudi gardens.