Madras Thorn, Manilla Tamarind

Overview

Pithecellobium dulce, commonly known as Madras Thorn or Manila Tamarind, is a semi-evergreen, spiny tree that reaches up to 30-50 feet in height. It boasts feathery, bipinnate leaves, and after rainfall, it produces showy pink and white pom-pom flowers. The twisted, coiled seedpods reveal a sweet and tangy pulp favored by wildlife. This drought-tolerant tree thrives in well-drained soils and requires full sun exposure for optimal growth.