Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Europe, Western Asia
Africa, India, Southeast Asia
Types
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett
Sweet Tamarind, Australian tamarind, Manila tamarind, Velvet tamarind, Spanish Tamarind
Habitat
Humid climates, moist forests
Subtropical climates, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-8
9-11
Sunset Zone
2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
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
Fruit Color
White, Yellow, Red, Green, Yellow green
Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Light Pink, Red, Green, Light Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Dark Green, Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Purple, Dark Green, Burgundy
Dark Green, Yellow green
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
Dark Brown, Green
Leaf Shape
Oval with a pointed tip and fine teeth along their edges
Pinnate
Plant Season
Early Spring, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Loamy, Sandy
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic
Acidic
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Bloom Time
Fall, Summer
Late Spring
Tolerances
Drought
Drought, Salt
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Grafting, Seedlings
Layering, Seedlings, Transplanting
Plant Maintenance
Low
Low
Watering Requirements
Medium, Water less during winter, Water more in summer, when new, water every week
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 Type
-
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
-
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Ammonium Nitrate, Fertilize the soil before planting
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
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Bold
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Aphids, Birds, Butterflies, Pear psylla
Beetles, Birds, Scale Insects
Allergy
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itchiness, Swelling
Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Beautification
Beauty Benefits
Good for skin, Improve skin tone, Making cosmetics, Moisturizing, Skin Problems
Glowing Skin, Good for skin, Improve skin tone, Reduces ageing, Skin cleanser
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Shadow Tree
Food for animals, Food for birds, Food for insects, Nesting sites for birds
Medicinal Uses
Cancer, Cardiovascular problems, cholesterol-lowering, Detox, Diabetes, Energy, Fiber, Heart problems, High blood pressure, Obesity, Treating diverticulosis, Weight loss
Antioxidants, Inflammation, Rheumatism, Skin Disorders, Sore throat
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits, Leaves
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Other Uses
Used As Food
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
-
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
PYRUS communis
Tamarindus indica
Common Name
Pear
Tamarind tree, Tamarind
In Hindi
नाशपाती
इमली का पेड़
In German
Birne
Tamarinde
In French
Poire
tamarinier
In Spanish
Pera
tamarindo
In Greek
Αχλάδι
δέντρο Tamarind
In Portuguese
Pera
tamarindo
In Polish
Gruszka
drzewo tamaryndowca
In Latin
Orbis
tamarind ligno
Phylum
Vascular plant
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
Amygdaloideae
Caesalpinioideae
Season and Care of Pear and Tamarind tree
Season and care of Pear and Tamarind tree is important to know. While considering everything about Pear and Tamarind tree Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pear season is Early Spring and Winter and Tamarind tree season is Early Spring and Winter. The type of soil for Pear is Loamy, Sandy and for Tamarind tree is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pear is Acidic and for Tamarind tree is Acidic.
Pear and Tamarind tree Physical Information
Pear and Tamarind tree physical information is very important for comparison. Pear height is 1,219.20 cm and width 800.00 cm whereas Tamarind tree height is 1,800.00 cm and width 800.00 cm. The color specification of Pear and Tamarind tree are as follows:
Pear flower color: White
Pear leaf color: Light Pink and Red, Green, Light Green
Tamarind tree flower color: Red and Yellow
- Tamarind tree leaf color: Green
Care of Pear and Tamarind tree
Care of Pear and Tamarind tree include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pear pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Tamarind tree pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Pear 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.