Tamarind Tree 罗望子

Tamarind Tree 罗望子 (2022 0429)

Tamarind (Tamarindus indica) is a leguminous tree (family Fabaceae) bearing edible fruit that is indigenous to tropical Africa.

The fruit is both sweet and sour, and has a range of medicinal purposes from treating fever and sore throats to rheumatism and sunstroke.

Common Name: 酸豆 別名罗望子、酸角、酸果、酸子、亚参、九层皮、泰国甜角、酸梅树、亞森果

Locate: Botanic Gardens

Getting There:

MRT Botanic Gardens (DT9/CC19) Exit A