Tamarind, Imli, Tamarindus indica - Plant

Tamarind is a tree.

No, tamarind trees dont have thorns.

100 plants per acre.

Sunlight Keep the plant outdoor in direct bright light (more than 6 hrs a day). Protect the plant from the afternoon direct harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage. Soil The soil should be well-drained and fertile rich in organic content. Watering Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season. Application of Fertilizer During the main growing season(august-November)feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month. Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.

Yes, tamarind leaves are edible.

Yes, you can plant tamarind seeds.

1. Fill the seed-raising tray up to approximately 1/2 inch from the top with moist potting soil. Firm the soil in the container with your fingers.
2. Soak tamarind seeds overnight in warm water to speed up germination. Spread the seeds over the soil in the seed-raising tray. Sprinkle a 1/8-inch layer of soil over the seeds. Lightly tamp the soil with your fingertips so it sits firmly over the seeds.
3. Water the seeds with a spray bottle aim to keep the soil moist, not soggy.
4. Cover the seed-raising tray with clear plastic wrap or cover to insulate the seeds and to help maintain the soil moisture until the seeds germinate.
5. Place the seed tray in direct bright light. Moisten the soil, as needed, throughout the germination process. Expect the seeds to germinate within approximately one month.
6. Transplant the seedlings to individual pots(7 inches) once their second set of true leaves appear. Plant them outdoors in a sun-filled area at the beginning of summer

Plant tamarind seeds in the spring season.

To grow the tamarind plant consider the following points If you are planting purchased plant directly in ground follow below procedure.
1. Keep the plant in indirect bright light for 3-4 days and gradually move to a location receiving direct sunlight for more than 6 hours a day.
2. Dig a pit twice the size of the bag/pot the current plant is in.
3. Fill the 1/3 of pit with soil rich in organic content, place the plant in the center and fill the pit with the same soil.
4. Apply water General caring tips Plant should get more than 6 hours of sunlight a day. Water the plant when surface soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Apply any organic fertilizer during the main growing season(August to November).

Tamarindus indica is the scientific name of Imli

You can plant a tamarind tree outdoor where more than 6hrs. of natural bright light is available.