Native to tropical Africa and naturalized around the world the Tamarind is an attractive tree valued for its shade and edible fruit. Adapts well to both arid and moderately wet regions. Resilient to wind and salt spray. The Tamarind is long-lived and towers to 110 feet in the wild. Prized as bonsai due to the very attractive rough barkthat it develops. The skin of the fruit pod becomes crunchy when ripe. The tasty brown pulp is sticky and sucked on like candy or can be made into a refreshing drink. It is also a popular elementin Indian cooking. The taste is a mix of sweet and sour flavors. Makes a great indoor bonsai. 41 years old. 27"x24"x26". Potted in a ceramic green fluted (16'x12"x5") oval container as shown. Shipped via UPS ground - $59.95. Allow up to 7 business days for delivery