Scientific Name: Diploglottis campbellii

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  • Pronunciation:
    dip-low-GLOTT-iss cam-BELL-ee-eye
  • Common Name:
    Small-leaved tamarind
  • Type:
    Tree
  • Family:
    SAPINDACEAE
  • Status:
    RARE
  • Flowers:
    Creamy/brown, 4 petals, in large terminal panicles, monoecious, November to March
  • Fruit:
    Light brown capsule 3-6 cm dia. Seeds yellow, aril bright yellow or red
  • Vegetation Type:
    Sub-tropical rainforest, NOT LOCAL,
  • Species List:
    Bush food, Kin Kin Arboretum
Cultural Notes

TAKE CARE! Some information about bush foods and medicines may be anecdotal. Correct identification and preparation is essential:

Bush Food: Succulent red aril tastes acidic but refreshing. Aril can be used to make jams or drinks

Identification Notes

Large crown, Petioles with prominent pulvinules Petioles finely hairy Rachis tip extended

Landscaping Notes

Handsome spreading shade tree with dense crown. Prefers well drained but moist soils. |||Successfully propagated by Florabunda Bushcare nursery, Woombye|Successfully propagated by Mooloola Native Nursery||Successfully propagated by Barung Landcare||