Photography of Homer L. Shantz
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
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