Diploglottis australis 'Large Leaf Tamarind' 18cm

Native Tamarind

Diploglottis australis

Large Leaf Tamarind is a sender, palm, like gully tree that bears sweet, tart fruits prolifically each season.

Creamy brown flowers form in spring, maturing from October to January. Fruits will tall from the tree when ripe, and should be collected as soon as possible as they are a favourite of ants, birds, bats and other garden créatures.

Shelter the Large Leaf Tamarind from strong winds and frosts. It prefers moist soil throughout the year, but can thrive in a range of soil types. This tree can grow to 8m tall in a domestic garden but larger in rainforest conditions. Does well in a large pot where it makes an attractive specimen with its large ornamental leaves.

Height: 8m 

Width: 6m