Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Africa, India, Southeast Asia
Eastern Europe, Russia, Siberia
Types
Sweet Tamarind, Australian tamarind, Manila tamarind, Velvet tamarind, Spanish Tamarind
Iris sibirica
Habitat
Subtropical climates, Tropical regions
Damp shady woods, Pastures
USDA Hardiness Zone
9-11
3-8
Sunset Zone
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
Habit
Spreading
Clump-Forming
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
White, Purple, Blue Violet
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green, Green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green, Yellow green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Dark Brown, Green
Light Green
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Linear
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Summer
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Average
Average
Bloom Time
Late Spring
Early Summer, Summer
Tolerances
Drought, Salt
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Layering, Seedlings, Transplanting
Bulbs, Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Do Not over Water, Keep the ground moist but not water-logged
Keep ground moist
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
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
6-6-6 or 8-8-8
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Borers, Mealybugs, Onion thrips, Root weevil, Soft scales, Whiteflies
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Foliage Texture
Bold
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Beetles, Birds, Scale Insects
pollinators
Allergy
Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea, Vomiting
allergic reaction, Skin irritation
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification
Bog Garden, Showy Purposes, Woodland margins
Beauty Benefits
Glowing Skin, Good for skin, Improve skin tone, Reduces ageing, Skin cleanser
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Environmental Uses
Food for animals, Food for birds, Food for insects, Nesting sites for birds
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Antioxidants, Inflammation, Rheumatism, Skin Disorders, Sore throat
Expectorant
Part of Plant Used
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Flowers, Root
Other Uses
Culinary use, Used as a nutritious food item, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Used as an insecticide
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Bog Garden, Cutflower, Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
IRIS sibirica
Common Name
Tamarind tree, Tamarind
Siberian Iris
In Hindi
इमली का पेड़
Siberian Iris
In German
Tamarinde
Sibirische Schwertlilie
In French
tamarinier
L'Iris de Sibérie
In Spanish
tamarindo
Siberian Iris
In Greek
δέντρο Tamarind
Siberian Iris
In Portuguese
tamarindo
Siberian Iris
In Polish
drzewo tamaryndowca
Kosaciec syberyjski
In Latin
tamarind ligno
Siberian Iris
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Tracheobionta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Family
Fabaceae
Iridaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Monocots
Subfamily
Caesalpinioideae
Iridoideae
Season and Care of Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris
Season and care of Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris is important to know. While considering everything about Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris Care, growing season is an essential factor. Tamarind tree season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Siberian Iris season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Tamarind tree is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Siberian Iris is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Tamarind tree is Acidic and for Siberian Iris is Acidic, Neutral.
Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris Physical Information
Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris physical information is very important for comparison. Tamarind tree height is 1,800.00 cm and width 800.00 cm whereas Siberian Iris height is 50.80 cm and width 61.00 cm. The color specification of Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris are as follows:
Tamarind tree flower color: Red and Yellow
Tamarind tree leaf color: Green
Siberian Iris flower color: White, Purple and Blue Violet
- Siberian Iris leaf color: Green and Dark Green
Care of Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris
Care of Tamarind tree and Siberian Iris include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Tamarind tree pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Siberian Iris pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Tamarind tree needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Siberian Iris needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.