Medicinal
Ayurveda
Jungle Jalebi Tree
Pithecellobium dulce
The Jungle Jalebi Tree is known for its twisted, sweet-sour pods enjoyed by children and animals alike.
Quick Facts
Height: 10–15 m m
Blooms: April–June
Grey bark, twice-pinnate green leaves, pink-white flowers
20–40°C
Visit Information
Location
Roadsides, farmland boundaries
Best Viewing Time
Evergreen to semi-deciduous
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Tropical dry forests
Lifespan
Long-lived
Temperature Range
Warm and dry
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Edible pods, fodder, live fencing
Cultural Significance
Also known as 'Manila Tamarind'
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Did You Know?
Pods taste sweet-sour
Nitrogen-fixing species
Often planted as living fences
Native to Mexico and Central America
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo