wild tamarind

• Распространённое название различных тропических деревьев или кустарников, особенно Lysiloma latisiliquum или Leucaena leucocephala, известных своими папоротниковидными листьями и стручками, напоминающими тамаринд.

A common name for various tropical trees or shrubs, particularly Lysiloma latisiliquum or Leucaena leucocephala, known for their fern-like leaves and seed pods resembling tamarind.

1. B2formalamerican

   A tropical tree (Lysiloma latisiliquum) native to the Caribbean, Florida, and Central America, known for its feathery leaves and flat seed pods.

   Тропическое дерево

   • The wild tamarind tree provides excellent shade in the garden.
   • Birds often nest in the branches of the wild tamarind.
   • The wood of the wild tamarind is used for making furniture.

2. Edible fruitB2informalamerican

   The fruit of the wild tamarind tree, which is a pod containing a sweet and sour pulp, often used in local cuisine.

   Съедобный плод

   • Children love to eat the sweet pulp from wild tamarind pods.
   • The pulp of wild tamarind is used to make refreshing drinks.
   • Wild tamarind fruit is a popular ingredient in Caribbean sauces.