Where do tamarind trees grow?

Sometime during the sixteenth century, it was introduced into America and today is widely grown in Mexico. Adaptation: The tamarind is well adapted to semiarid tropical conditions, although it does well in many humid tropical areas of the world with seasonally high rainfall. read more

How to Grow Tamarind Tree from Seed. Soak tamarind seeds overnight in warm water to speed up germination. Sow seeds 1/2 inches deep in good quality seed starting mix. Germination occurs within one or two week after sowing. *Plants grown from seeds do not go into production before the 6 – 7 years after germination. read more

Tamarind trees (Tamarindus indica) grow up to 100 feet tall and can live for over 200 years. The tree has a short trunk with strong, drooping branches and soft, airy leaves, making it highly wind-resistant. Part of the pea and bean family, it produces a pod-like fruit with pulp and seeds inside. read more

The tamarind is the provincial tree of the Phetchabun province of Thailand, where it is called má kăam (มะขาม). The Yolngu people of Australia's northeastern Arnhem Land call Tamarind djambang or jambung. read more