Manila Tamarind / Madras Thorn (Pithecellobium dulce) Live Fruit Plant

Manila Tamarind / Madras Thorn (Pithecellobium dulce) Live Fruit Plant | Sweet Jungle Jalebi Tree

Grow a unique tropical fruit tree with the Manila Tamarind (Pithecellobium dulce) Live Plant, also popularly known as Madras Thorn, Jungle Jalebi, or Kodukkapuli. This fast-growing evergreen tree is loved for its sweet, edible pulp enclosed in attractive spiral seed pods and its dense, spreading canopy.

The Manila Tamarind tree is an excellent choice for home gardens, farms, kitchen gardens, and orchards. It is highly adaptable to tropical and subtropical climates and is appreciated for its drought tolerance, rapid growth, and ability to provide both delicious fruits and natural shade.

Its unique curled pods contain soft white to pinkish edible pulp with a delightful sweet-tangy taste, making it a favorite among children and fruit lovers alike.

Key Features

✔ Produces sweet, edible spiral seed pods
✔ Fast-growing evergreen tropical fruit tree
✔ Suitable for home gardens, farms, and orchards
✔ Excellent shade tree with attractive foliage
✔ Hardy and drought-tolerant once established
✔ Easy to grow and low-maintenance

Plant Information

Botanical Name: Pithecellobium dulce
Common Names: Manila Tamarind, Madras Thorn, Jungle Jalebi, Kodukkapuli
Plant Type: Tropical Fruit Tree
Fruit Color: Pinkish to White Edible Pulp inside Curled Pods
Fruit Taste: Sweet with a Mild Tangy Flavor
Growth Habit: Medium to Large Evergreen Tree
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
Watering: Moderate
Growth Rate: Fast
Difficulty Level: Easy

Care Instructions

Plant in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with organic compost. Choose a location that receives at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Water regularly during the establishment stage, then reduce watering once the tree becomes established. Feed with organic manure or balanced fertilizer during the growing season to promote vigorous growth and fruit production.

Benefits

Produces delicious edible fruits
Excellent shade tree for large gardens
Fast-growing and drought-tolerant
Attractive ornamental foliage throughout the year
Suitable for home orchards and farms
Low-maintenance tropical fruit tree

Ideal For

Home Gardens
Kitchen Gardens
Farms
Orchards
Large Landscapes
Tropical Fruit Collections

Grow your own delicious tropical fruits with the Manila Tamarind / Madras Thorn Live Plant. Order online from Seed2Plants and enjoy a hardy, productive fruit tree that offers delicious fruits, lush greenery, and excellent shade for years to come.