Tamarind (Imli)

 

Tamarind a Specie of Tamarind



Common name :
  1. Indian date
  2. Imili
Botanical name:
Tamarindus indica
Systemetic position:
Genus:
Tamarindus - Tamarind
Family:
Fabaceae - Legume, Pea, Bean
Order:
Fabales - Legumes, milkworts and allies, Peas, beans and relatives
Class:
Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots
Phylum:
Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes
Information:
  • It is spice condiment which is mostly found in Asian countries.
  • It grows on trees.
  • It is soft and sticky inside.
  • It has sweet-sour taste.
  • Tamarind is a monotypic perennial tree grown for its timber and edible fruits.
  • Tamarind trees yield brown seed fruits with a sweet, acidic pulp used in various varieties of cuisines around the world.
  • The pulp is also used as a metal polish.
Amazing facts :
  • It has 200 years life span.
  • It release heavy carbon dioxide CO2 at night.
  • It is not profitable crop for farmers.
Health benefits:
      Do you know that Tamarind (imli ) also has many health benefits?
Yes it is too benificial for health,
Its delicious fruit has many medicinal uses,
  • Phytonutrients helps to maintain body.
  • It maintains digestive health.
  • It improves blood circulation.
  • It induce weight loss.
  • It boosts immunity.
  • It has anti inflammation properties.
  • It improves eye health.
  • Imli juice is so effective during summer. It cause cooling effects.
  • It reduces sweating.
Tips:
You should grow in your homes and gardens for the sake of its delicious fruit and its too much health benefits.
It can be grow in March-April every year.



"Avoid excessive use of Tamarind because it might lower blood sugar level." 


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