Brown Tamarind - Castanospora alphandii Fruit and cross section

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Brown Tamarind near Heritage Park in Lismore NSW Australia

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Brown Tamarind

Castanospora alphandii
Trees and Plants > Native Plants > Brown Tamarind
A good shade tree with glossy, dark green foliage. Needs well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Makes an excellent indoor plant. Leaves are pale grey and have a felt-like feel underneath. Fast growing pioneer for bush regeneration projects

$9.90 ($4.90-$9.90 choose a size)

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We previously had the most to buy in Mar and Jun. With limited quantities for sale in other months. They are unlikely to be available in Feb.

Specifications of Brown Tamarind

Preferred Climate SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) +10m

Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes

Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)

Water Requirements Moderate Watering

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 5+ Years

Sun or Shade Part (Sun:50-80%)

Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage

Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)

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