Velvet Tamarind (Dialium indum)
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Scientific Name: Dialium indum — Velvet Tamarind.
Native Home: Southeast Asia, including Thailand and neighboring regions.
Height: 15–30 m.
Lifespan: Several decades.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Hard wood sometimes used for local construction and woodworking.
Harvesting: Pods are collected when mature and dark brown.
Age to Harvest: Around 5–8 years or longer, depending on growing conditions.
Products: Edible pulp, sweets, and traditional fruit preparations.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: The tangy-sweet pulp is eaten as a snack in parts of Southeast Asia.
Global Spread: Found in tropical Asian forests and cultivated locally for its edible fruit.
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