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Tamarind

Tamarindus indica

Tamarind is a tropical tree native to Africa, known for its pod-like fruit containing a sweet and tangy pulp. The tree can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a dense canopy. The fruit is used in culinary applications, traditional medicine, and as a natural preservative. Tamarind is also valued for its wood and shade.

Calculate System for Tamarind
400.00–600.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
30.00–60.00cm
Root Depth
25,000 kg/ha
Yield
20,000
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Mar – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
60 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Tamarind trees are drought-resistant and can thrive in poor soils. They are often grown in home gardens and agroforestry systems.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 400.00600.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Water Productivity: 15.500 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Fixed Sprinkler70.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 2.00%
Soil should be prepared to ensure good drainage. Incorporating organic matter can improve soil fertility and structure.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.006.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Mediterranean
ETo: 3.007.00 mm/day
Temp: 5.0°C – 35.0°C
Frost: low
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Moderate heat tolerance
Tamarind thrives in warm climates and should be protected from frost. It can tolerate high temperatures but requires adequate moisture.

Planting Layout

100.00cm
Row Spacing
50.00cm
Plant Spacing
20,000
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)150 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)60 kg/ha
Potassium (K)180 kg/ha
40
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
25
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
20
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen in 3 splits during growing season
Organic Matter: 2-3% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

25,000
kg/ha
2.500
kg/plant
0.450
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, color, sugar content

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Introduction to Growing and Irrigating Tamarind

Tamarind (Tamarindus indica) is a tropical fruit tree that is widely cultivated for its edible fruit. It is native to Africa but is now grown in many parts of the world, including Asia, South America and the Caribbean. Tamarind is not only valued for its fruit but also for its timber and medicinal properties. In this…

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