How much sun does False Tamarind need?

False Tamarind grows best in full sun conditions.

When does False Tamarind bloom?

False Tamarind blooms in March, April, and May.

Where is False Tamarind native?

False Tamarind (Lysiloma latisiliquum) is native to FL, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does False Tamarind attract?

False Tamarind draws bees and butterflies.

Is False Tamarind HOA-friendly?

False Tamarind is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

False Tamarind

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Lysiloma latisiliquum

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

False Tamarind (Lysiloma latisiliquum) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

240"–480" H × 240"–360" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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False tamarind is a medium to large native tree with delicate, feathery compound leaves and fragrant white flower clusters in spring. This drought-tolerant species develops an attractive spreading canopy and requires minimal care once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

False Tamarind is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, mid zone, street edge.

Wildlife value

The spring blooms attract bees and butterflies, while the seeds provide food for birds and small mammals.

Common questions

How much sun does False Tamarind need?: False Tamarind grows best in full sun conditions.
When does False Tamarind bloom?: False Tamarind blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is False Tamarind native?: False Tamarind (Lysiloma latisiliquum) is native to FL, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does False Tamarind attract?: False Tamarind draws bees and butterflies.
Is False Tamarind HOA-friendly?: False Tamarind is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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