{"product_id":"tamarindus-indica-tamarind-tree","title":"Tamarindus indica - Tamarind Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eBest known for producing the sweet-sharp tamarind pods used in cuisines around the world, Tamarindus indica is a beautiful tropical tree with graceful, feathery foliage and an elegant, spreading habit. While it can grow into a magnificent specimen outdoors in tropical climates, it also makes an attractive and unusual houseplant or conservatory tree when grown in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTamarindus indica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its species name indica, meaning “of India”, tamarind is believed to have originated in tropical Africa before becoming widely cultivated across India and much of Asia thousands of years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTamarind, Tamarind Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNative to tropical Africa and now widely cultivated throughout tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePrefers bright light, including several hours of direct sun each day. A south- or west-facing window, conservatory or greenhouse is ideal. The more light it receives, the stronger and healthier its growth will be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWater when the top few centimetres of compost have dried out. Keep the compost lightly moist during the growing season but avoid leaving the roots sitting in water. Reduce watering during winter when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEnjoys average to moderately high humidity, although it adapts well to typical household conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThrives between 18–30°C. Protect from temperatures below 10°C and avoid cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a free-draining, fertile compost. A mix of peat-free houseplant compost with added perlite or horticultural grit provides good drainage while retaining enough moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFeed every 2–4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Stop feeding during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA slow to moderate-growing tree with delicate, fern-like foliage. As a houseplant it can be maintained at around 1–2 metres with regular pruning, while in its native habitat it can eventually exceed 20 metres in height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNon-toxic to pets and humans. The ripe fruit is edible and widely used in cooking, although houseplants grown indoors are unlikely to produce fruit in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":58526379606397,"sku":"9476504356871","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/de\/products\/tamarindus-indica-tamarind-tree","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}