Dialium cochinchinense (Velvet Tamarind)

Dialium cochinchinense (Velvet Tamarind) black fruit close up on wooden surface
Dialium cochinchinense (Velvet Tamarind) fruit resting on a wooden surface for size scale

Botanical name: Dialium cochinchinense

Common names: Velvet Tamarind, Loog Yi

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Dialioideae

Origin: Southeast Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Dialium cochinchinense is a medium-sized, deciduous tree that can grow 25 - 35 metres tall. The sweet pulp of the fruit is edible.


Dialium cochinchinense (Velvet Tamarind) dark black round fruit clusters in a close up image
Dialium cochinchinense (Velvet Tamarind) round black fruit clusters rest on a brown textured surface


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