Water
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. In warmer months, increase watering frequency. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in cooler, dormant periods.
Also known as Black Tumbler · Sierra Leone-Tamarind · Velvet-Tamarind
Velvet Tamarind (Dialium guineense) is a tropical tree from West Africa, known for its edible, date-like fruits and medicinal properties. It is a valuable agroforestry sp
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. In warmer months, increase watering frequency. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in cooler, dormant periods.
Prune to shape the plant and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done anytime to maintain desired form. Heavy pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Velvet Tamarind can be propagated from seeds, which should be soaked in warm water overnight before sowing. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with rooting hormone.
Maintain warmth and humidity for successful rooting.
Repot young plants annually, and mature plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one.
Repot in spring before the active growing season commences.
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Where Velvet Tamarind (Dialium guineense) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Dialium |
| Species | Dialium guineense |
Similar in genus Dialium
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