Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Europe, Russia/Siberia, Asia, Central Asia, China, Japan, Korea
Africa, India, Southeast Asia
Types
Alabama Cherry, Wild Cherry, Greyleaf Cherry
Sweet Tamarind, Australian tamarind, Manila tamarind, Velvet tamarind, Spanish Tamarind
Habitat
Woodland Garden Canopy
Subtropical climates, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-8
9-11
Sunset Zone
A1, A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Spreading
Flower Color
White
Red, Yellow
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Purple, Black
Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Light Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green, Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Green
Dark Green, Yellow green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Dark Brown, Green
Plant Season
Spring
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic
Soil Drainage
Average
Average
Bloom Time
Spring
Late Spring
Tolerances
-
Drought, Salt
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Layering, Seedlings, Transplanting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Low
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs
Do Not over Water, Keep the ground moist but not water-logged
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Pruning during middle of summer, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves, Remove dead or diseased plant parts
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount
6-6-6 or 8-8-8
Pests and Diseases
Red blotch
Aphids, Borers, Mealybugs, Onion thrips, Root weevil, Soft scales, Whiteflies
Plant Tolerance
-
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Bold
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Birds
Beetles, Birds, Scale Insects
Allergy
Pain and fatigue, Respiratory problems, Toxic
Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
Showy Purposes
Beautification
Beauty Benefits
-
Glowing Skin, Good for skin, Improve skin tone, Reduces ageing, Skin cleanser
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree, Shelter for wildlife
Food for animals, Food for birds, Food for insects, Nesting sites for birds
Medicinal Uses
Anodyne, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Sedative
Antioxidants, Inflammation, Rheumatism, Skin Disorders, Sore throat
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Flowers, Fruits, Leaves, Seeds, Wood
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Other Uses
Used for making dark grey to green dye, Wood is used for cabinet makers
Culinary use, Used as a nutritious food item, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Screening / Wind Break
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
PRUNUS padus
Tamarindus indica
Common Name
Bird Cherry
Tamarind tree, Tamarind
In Hindi
सुंदार वृक्ष
इमली का पेड़
In German
Vogel Kirschbaum
Tamarinde
In French
Oiseau Cherry Tree
tamarinier
In Spanish
Pájaro Cerezo
tamarindo
In Greek
Bird Cherry Tree
δέντρο Tamarind
In Portuguese
Árvore de cereja do pássaro
tamarindo
In Polish
Czeremcha drzewa
drzewo tamaryndowca
In Latin
Ave Ave ligno
tamarind ligno
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
Prunoideae
Caesalpinioideae
Season and Care of Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree
Season and care of Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree is important to know. While considering everything about Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree Care, growing season is an essential factor. Bird Cherry season is Spring and Tamarind tree season is Spring. The type of soil for Bird Cherry is Clay, Loam and for Tamarind tree is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Bird Cherry is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Tamarind tree is Acidic.
Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree Physical Information
Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree physical information is very important for comparison. Bird Cherry height is 1,500.00 cm and width 600.00 cm whereas Tamarind tree height is 1,800.00 cm and width 800.00 cm. The color specification of Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree are as follows:
Bird Cherry flower color: White
Bird Cherry leaf color: Light Green
Tamarind tree flower color: Red and Yellow
- Tamarind tree leaf color: Green
Care of Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree
Care of Bird Cherry and Tamarind tree include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Bird Cherry pruning is done Pruning during middle of summer, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves and Remove dead or diseased plant parts and Tamarind tree pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Bird Cherry needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Tamarind tree needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.