Tamarindus indica tree

Contributor
The University of Arizona Herbarium
Creator
Homer Leroy Shantz
Description
Photo of [Tamarindus indica] tree showing large trunk and spreading branches. Capt. Scobie and Mrs. Hodges. Tamarindus indica - the largest tree on the island - ripe pods sent in.... Pods vary from 1 seed to 10 or so or 1/2 to 6 inches in length. Used locally for drink (like lemon). Hindus call it Imli while negro-Portuguese call it tamarind. Used for preserves, as limament, medicine etc. etc. Pleasant acid taste and makes a good drink. [Shantz travel journal, July 28, 1919]
Format
image/jpeg
Language
English
Title
azu_shantz_19190728_36023_m
Created
1919-07-28
Continent
Africa
Country
Cape Verde
Country Then
Cape Verde
Place
St. Vincent
Province
Sao Vicente
Is this item in the public domain?
No