Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Caribbean
Africa, India, Southeast Asia
Types
Jacaranda mimosifolia, Jacaranda brasiliana
Sweet Tamarind, Australian tamarind, Manila tamarind, Velvet tamarind, Spanish Tamarind
Habitat
along watercourse, Cold Regions, Grassland, River side
Subtropical climates, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
10-12
9-11
Sunset Zone
H1, H2, 22, 23, 24
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Spreading
Flower Color
White, Lavender, Blue Violet
Red, Yellow
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green, Dark Green
Dark Green, Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Green, Dark Green
Dark Green, Yellow green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Dark Brown, Green
Leaf Shape
feather-shaped
Pinnate
Plant Season
Spring
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Bloom Time
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring
Late Spring
Tolerances
Drought, Frost
Drought, Salt
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Transplanting
Layering, Seedlings, Transplanting
Plant Maintenance
Low
Low
Watering Requirements
Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water daily during growing season, Water more in summer
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
Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, Compost, fertilize in growing season, Fertilize the soil before planting
6-6-6 or 8-8-8
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Phytophthora, Red blotch, Root rot
Aphids, Borers, Mealybugs, Onion thrips, Root weevil, Soft scales, Whiteflies
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Foliage Texture
Fine
Bold
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Beetles, Birds, Scale Insects
Allergy
allergic conjunctivitis, Dizziness, sneezing
Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Showy Purposes
Beautification
Beauty Benefits
Acne, For treating wrinkles, Improve skin condition, Skin inflammation
Glowing Skin, Good for skin, Improve skin tone, Reduces ageing, Skin cleanser
Environmental Uses
Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Food for animals, Food for birds, Food for insects, Nesting sites for birds
Medicinal Uses
Acne, anti-allergy, Antibacterial, Antiseptic, Treating fever, Varicose veins
Antioxidants, Inflammation, Rheumatism, Skin Disorders, Sore throat
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits, Leaves
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Other Uses
Beneficial species for attracting pollinators, Used as firewood, Used as Ornamental plant
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
Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Shade Trees, Tropical
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
JACARANDA caerulea
Tamarindus indica
Common Name
Cancer Tree, Caribbean Jacaranda, Green Ebony
Tamarind tree, Tamarind
In Hindi
Neeli Gulmohur
इमली का पेड़
In German
Palisanderholzbaum
Tamarinde
In French
Flamboyant bleu
tamarinier
In Spanish
Jacaranda mimosifolia
tamarindo
In Greek
Jacaranda mimosifolia
δέντρο Tamarind
In Portuguese
Jacarandá-mimoso
tamarindo
In Polish
Jakaranda mimozolistna
drzewo tamaryndowca
In Latin
Jacaranda mimosifolia
tamarind ligno
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Scrophulariales
Fabales
Family
Bignoniaceae
Fabaceae
Genus
Jacaranda
Tamarindus
Clade
Asterids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
-
Caesalpinioideae
Season and Care of Jacaranda and Tamarind tree
Season and care of Jacaranda and Tamarind tree is important to know. While considering everything about Jacaranda and Tamarind tree Care, growing season is an essential factor. Jacaranda season is Spring and Tamarind tree season is Spring. The type of soil for Jacaranda is Loam, Sand and for Tamarind tree is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Jacaranda is Neutral, Alkaline and for Tamarind tree is Acidic.
Jacaranda and Tamarind tree Physical Information
Jacaranda and Tamarind tree physical information is very important for comparison. Jacaranda height is 460.00 cm and width 610.00 cm whereas Tamarind tree height is 1,800.00 cm and width 800.00 cm. The color specification of Jacaranda and Tamarind tree are as follows:
Jacaranda flower color: White, Lavender and Blue Violet
Jacaranda leaf color: Green and Dark Green
Tamarind tree flower color: Red and Yellow
- Tamarind tree leaf color: Green
Care of Jacaranda and Tamarind tree
Care of Jacaranda and Tamarind tree include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Jacaranda pruning is done Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead branches and Tamarind tree pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Jacaranda 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.