Madras Thorn Fruit Seeds
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Add a touch of natural resilience and beauty to your garden with our Madras Thorn Fruit Seeds (Pithecellobium dulce), a hardy and fast-growing tree known for its lush foliage and sweet, edible pods. These premium-quality seeds offer excellent germination rates and thrive in sunny, well-drained soils—perfect for garden beds, larger containers, or naturalized landscapes. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, Madras Thorn is an easy-to-grow choice that brings both shade and flavorful fruit to your outdoor space.
This tropical tree produces dense, feathery leaves and fragrant white flowers, followed by curved pods containing sweet, tangy pulp enjoyed fresh or in traditional recipes. Its drought tolerance and ability to attract wildlife make it a valuable addition to sustainable gardens and edible landscapes. Start planting today and enjoy the beauty, shade, and tasty harvests of the Madras Thorn tree!




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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Growth Habit
Spreading Tree
Flavor Profile
Sweet-Sour Pulp
Plant Characteristics
Thorny Branches
Use
Culinary, Shade Tree
Growing Conditions
Warm, Well-Drained
Harvest Advantages
High Yield
Plant Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Madras Thorn Fruit Seeds
Pithecellobium dulce
Seed Names
Madras Thorn, Manila Tamarind
Seed Type
Open-Pollinated
Madras Thorn, also known as Manila Tamarind, is a fast-growing tropical tree prized for its sweet and tangy edible pulp and its usefulness as a shade or boundary tree. Native to Central America, it thrives in arid and semi-arid climates, offering both environmental and culinary benefits.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1 inch
Sowing Method
Direct Sow
Plant Spacing
10–15 feet
Days to Maturity
180–240 Days
Soil Preparation
Sandy, Loamy Soil
Hardiness Zones
9–11
Water Needs
Low to Moderate
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 800 sq ft
500
Up to 4000 sq ft
1000
Up to 8000 sq ft
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If you enjoy trying out unusual fruit trees, this is a fun choice. It does take some patience, but the reward is delicious fruit with a flavor you can�t find at the supermarket.
These seeds came well-packed and sprouted quickly. The trees are thriving in pots for now, and I�m already seeing signs of future fruiting. Excited to have such an unusual plant at home.
Growing these seeds brought a tropical vibe to my backyard. The trees are hardy, and once the fruit ripened, I was impressed by how refreshing and juicy they were. Reminded me of visiting markets overseas.
I grew up around Madras Thorn trees abroad, and planting these seeds brought back fond memories. The trees flourished in my greenhouse, and the fruit tastes just as I remembered�sweet, tart, and refreshing.
These seeds sprouted faster than I expected, and the plants adapted well to my Florida soil. The fruit has a unique flavor, kind of like tamarind but milder. A wonderful addition to my little food forest.