Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Africa, India, Southeast Asia
Northeast Mexico, Southeastern United States
Types
Sweet Tamarind, Australian tamarind, Manila tamarind, Velvet tamarind, Spanish Tamarind
Not Available
Habitat
Subtropical climates, Tropical regions
Hillside, Slopes
USDA Hardiness Zone
9-11
9-11
AHS Heat Zone
Not Available
Not Available
Sunset Zone
Not Available
Not available
Habit
Spreading
Arching/Fountain-shaped
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
White
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green, Green
Light Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green, Yellow green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Dark Brown, Green
Light Green
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Elliptic
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Dry, Loam, Sandy
The pH of Soil
Acidic
Slightly Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Average
Dry
Bloom Time
Late Spring
Early Spring, Late Spring, Mid Spring
Tolerances
Drought, Salt
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Layering, Seedlings, Transplanting
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Low
Low
Watering Requirements
Do Not over Water, Keep the ground moist but not water-logged
Do not water excessively
In Summer
Lots of watering
Adequately
In Spring
Moderate
Average Water
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic
Slightly Alkaline
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Dry, Loamy, Sandy
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Dry
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
No pruning needed
Fertilizers
6-6-6 or 8-8-8
Not Available
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Borers, Mealybugs, Onion thrips, Root weevil, Soft scales, Whiteflies
Healthy tree
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Foliage Texture
Bold
Fine
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Beetles, Birds, Scale Insects
Birds, Flies
Allergy
Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea, Vomiting
Not Available
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification
Not Used For Aesthetic Purpose
Beauty Benefits
Glowing Skin, Good for skin, Improve skin tone, Reduces ageing, Skin cleanser
Not Available
Environmental Uses
Food for animals, Food for birds, Food for insects, Nesting sites for birds
Erosion control
Medicinal Uses
Antioxidants, Inflammation, Rheumatism, Skin Disorders, Sore throat
Fever, Kidney problems, Not Available, Urinary tract problems
Part of Plant Used
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Flowers
Other Uses
Culinary use, Used as a nutritious food item, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Food for animals, Food for insects
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Rock Garden / Wall
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
Senegalia berlandieri
Common Name
Tamarind tree, Tamarind
Acacia
In Hindi
इमली का पेड़
Acacia
In German
Tamarinde
Acacia
In French
tamarinier
Acacia
In Spanish
tamarindo
Acacia
In Greek
δέντρο Tamarind
Acacia
In Portuguese
tamarindo
Acacia
In Polish
drzewo tamaryndowca
Acacia
In Latin
tamarind ligno
Acacia
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Not Available
Subfamily
Caesalpinioideae
Mimosoideae
Number of Species
Not Available
Not Available
Properties of Tamarind tree and Acacia
Wondering what are the properties of Tamarind tree and Acacia? We provide you with everything About Tamarind tree and Acacia. Tamarind tree has thorns and Acacia doesn't have thorns. Also Tamarind tree does not have fragrant flowers. Tamarind tree has allergic reactions like Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea and Vomiting and Acacia has allergic reactions like Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea and Vomiting. Compare all the properties and characteristics of these two plants. Find out which of these plant can be used as indoor plant. If you are interested to decorate your house and garden, find out aesthetic uses, compare them and select the plant which will beautify your surrounding. Along with beautification, try comparing medicinal and edible uses of Tamarind tree and Acacia and you can choose the plant having best and most benefits.
Season and Care of Tamarind tree and Acacia
Season and care of Tamarind tree and Acacia is important to know. While considering everything about Tamarind tree and Acacia Care, growing season is an essential factor. Tamarind tree season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Acacia season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Tamarind tree is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Acacia is Dry, Loam, Sandy while the PH of soil for Tamarind tree is Acidic and for Acacia is Slightly Alkaline.
Tamarind tree and Acacia Physical Information
Tamarind tree and Acacia physical information is very important for comparison. Tamarind tree height is 1,800.00 cm and width 800.00 cm whereas Acacia height is 300.00 cm and width 300.00 cm. The color specification of Tamarind tree and Acacia are as follows:
Tamarind tree flower color: Red and Yellow
Tamarind tree leaf color: Green
Acacia flower color: White
- Acacia leaf color: Dark Green
Care of Tamarind tree and Acacia
Care of Tamarind tree and Acacia include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Tamarind tree pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Acacia pruning is done No pruning needed. In summer Tamarind tree needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Acacia needs Adequately and in winter, it needs Average Water.