It is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its edible fruit, the sweet and sour pulp of which is extensively used in foods, beverages, and traditional medicines. Tamarindus indica extract skin deep cosmetics database ewg. It is native to eastern africa, but is now commonly grown and in some cases has naturalized in a number of tropical to subtropical areas around the world. Both radicle and hypocotyl growth of all the plant species tested was strongly inhibited by the tamarind leaf using a sandwich method. Such paste is made from the fermented fruit of tamarindus indica topical use there is no specific dosage for topical administration foe tamarind in infusion. Our pdf merger allows you to quickly combine multiple pdf files into one single pdf document, in just a few clicks. A web site containing information about the flora of zimbabwe. Effects of tamarindus indica fruit pulp extract on. Extracts from tamarindus indica flowers have been the most active 2. Bahamian children hold mature but still green tamarinds in hot ashes until they sizzle, then dip the tip in the ashes and eat them.
Tamarindus is a monotypic genus and belongs to the subfamily caesalpinioideae of the family leguminosae fabaceae, tamarindus indica l. Tamarindus indica and garlic allium sativum extracts on banana anthracnose. Tamarindus indica l a plant with multiple medicinal. Antimicrobial activity of tamarindus indica linn jh doughari department of microbiology, federal university of technology p. Considered spontaneous, at least in an area from mali to niger, by certain botanists, in the drier parts of the subsaharan savanna, sc and e africa across to w india where it has been dispersed by man worldwide. You will be redirected to the full text document in the repository in a few seconds, if not click here. This chapter describes the origin, classification, chemical composition, production. In one hand, it is amongst the dominant species in this forest, and in another hand, it is an essential food source for wildlife. It is native to tropical africa and its cultivation was widespread, developing well in all tropical continents 17.
The podlike fruit contain pulp which is used in cuisines all over the world often in desserts, as a jam, blended into juices, sorbets, ice creams and other snacks. Phytochemistry, phamracology and tradiional uses of tamarindus indica l. Salih, agricultural research corporation, sudan abstract. Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effect of seed hydromethanolic extract of tamarindus indica l. Tamarind fruit was at first thought to be produced by an indian palm, as the. To figure out of finding a new natural material of dyeing, this research is aimed to 1 investigate the use of tamarind seeds as natural ingredient in silk dyeing through the process of seed extraction, 2 determine the effect of the mordant purplecolored. The atlas of florida plants provides a source of information for the distribution of plants within the state and taxonomic information. Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effect of seed hydromethanolic. It needs dry climate so the region it is commonly seen extends africa to senegal in west, sudan and ethiopia in east, mozambique and madagascar in south1. While every effort has been made to provide the most reliable and uptodate information available, ultimate legal requirements with respect to species are contained in. Pdf dyeing silk with seed and seed coat of tamarind for. Cell lysate was extracted from hepg2 cells grown in the absence and presence of the methanol extract of. Tamarind fruit facts california rare fruit growers, inc.
Identity of the groundnut and tamarind seedbeetles horizon ird. In this article, decoctions from fresh and sun dried leaves, as well as fluid extracts prepared with 30 and 70% ethanolwater and the pure essential oil from tamarind leaves were microbiologically tested. Tamarind is mainly grown for the fruits but is also a. It was introduced into india so long ago, it has often been reported as indigenous there also. Phytochemical screening and antibacterial activity of tamarindus. World agroforestry icraf is a centre of science and development excellence that harnesses the benefits of trees for people and the environment. Tamarindus indica is a plant that can be used traditionally in wound healing, snake bite, abdominal pain, colds, inflammations, diarrhea, diarrhea, helminth.
Tamarindus indica name synonyms tamarindus indica var. Tamarindus indica, antibacterial, antifungal, phytochemical constituents, crude extract. Although the origin of this species is not fully resolved, it is thought to originate in tropical africa, but has been an ancient introduction to many countries. Tamarindus indica journal of microbiology and antimicrobial agents. Knowledge, attitudes and practices in tamarind tamarindus indica. Tamarind seed coat tannin was extracted and its tannin class was determined. Phytochemistry and medicinal uses of tamarindus indica and. Sreenivasan from the department of chemical technology, bombay university, bombay, india received for publication, july 11, 1947 the alcoholinsoluble fraction from the water extract of tamarind seed. In yemen ninety crude extracts aqueous, methanol, dichloromethane from 30 medicinal plants used to treat common infections were screened in vitro for antibacterial and antifungal effects. Yahia, autonomous university of queretaro, mexico and n. About ewg verified beyond providing skin deep as an educational tool for consumers, ewg offers its ewg verified mark as a quick and easily identifiable way of conveying personal care products that meet ewgs strict health criteria. Tamarindus indica is a large tree with a wide geographical distribution. Dec 19, 2015 dosage dose of tamarind depend upon patient or user condition,age, health and several other factor oral use.
Records from the eastern mediterranean show tamarindus indica was already in cultivation there in the fourth century b. Pdf merge combine pdf files free tool to merge pdf online. The tamarind is native to tropical africa and grows wild throughout the sudan. Soda pdf merge tool allows you to combine pdf files in seconds. The website also provides access to a database and images of herbarium specimens found at the university of south florida and other herbaria.
The genus tamarindus is monotypic, meaning that it contains only this species. The fruit pulp extract of tamarindus indica has been reported for its antioxidant and hypolipidemic properties. Development of a database on vegetable phytochemicals. Tamarind trees are very versatile and can be grown in tropical and subtropical parts of the world. Parti development of a database on vegetable phytochemicals. Tamarindus indica tamarind environmental horticulture. Antimicrobial activities and chemical properties of. Page designed through the cooperative efforts of interagency itis teams. A fine dust wafts up from the hardpacked caribbean ground it has not rained for what seems an eternity. The spots can expand and merge to cover the whole affected area. Common names amli in hindi anbli in hindi imli in hindi indian date in english indian tamarind in. Before requesting germplasm, scientists should consider their capacity to. Maybe you would like to learn more about one tamarindus indica. As laxative tamarind paste is used in the range of 1050grams as fruit cubes.
Aqueous pulp extract of tamarindus indica showed antibacterial activity. An tamarindus indica in nahilalakip ha genus nga tamarindus, ngan familia nga fabaceae. Tamarind fruit was at first thought to be produced by an indian palm, as the name tamarind comes from a. Deze gratis online tool maakt het mogelijk om meerdere pdf bestanden of afbeeldingen te combineren in een pdf document. It isindigenous totropical africa and exoticto asia and central america. Tart fruit is preferred by islanders and sweet fruit is preferred by asians. Hosted by the usgs core science analytics and synthesis.
National plant germplasm system covid19 update, march 23, 2020. However, it is not a legal authority for statutory or regulatory purposes. Nowadays, the traditional silk dyeing practice is more popular while the natural material of dyeing is seldom used in the dyeing process. A web site containing information about the flora of zambia. The antibacterial activity of aqueous pulp extract of this plantwas carried out against four bacteria. Tamarind fruit and drink, courtesy of mr samaratunge, doa, sri lanka. On encountering the fruit in western india, arab seatraders thought the sticky black pulp and seeds of the fruit resembled their native date palm, so they combined their common name for date palm tamr, along with the. Tamarindus indica plant finder missouri botanical garden. In addition, they have been extensively used in traditional medicine for the.
The acidic nature and the antibacterial activity of tamarindus indica obtained from the result suggests its usefulness in preservation of food items against contamination by e. Tamarindus indica and its health related effects sciencedirect. Tamarindus indica seeds tamarind, tamarindo plant world seeds. The tamarind tree produces podlike fruit that contains a brown, edible pulp. Tamarind being sold in polypaks in a sri lankan market, courtesy of prof. Most of its colloquial names are variations on the common english term. Planting techniques a good method is to plant ball of the earth palnts, of wich root portion is wrapped in gunny bags removed of all leaves and kept in watered till planting out. Dosage dose of tamarind depend upon patient or user condition,age, health and several other factor oral use. Of all the fruit trees of the tropics, none is more widely distributed nor more appreciated as an ornamental than the tamarind, tamarindus indica l.
Antimicrobial activity of extracts from tamarindus indica l. Southampton centre for underutilised crops, southampton, uk. Fabaceae, or tamarind, is a common tree, especially in west africa, with a good potential to contribute to affordable local health care based on traditional medicine tm. Phytochemical screening and antibacterial activity of. Pdf evaluation of tamarind tamarindus indica utilization and. The record derives from ildis data supplied on 20100714 which reports it as an accepted name record 1720. In this article, decoctions from fresh and sun dried leaves, as well as fluid extracts. The only species in the genus leonard 1957, tamarindus indica originated in the old world tropics but now grows pantropically parrotta 1990. The population is large, and there are no known threats.
This chapter describes the origin, classification, chemical composition, production, sources, main uses, health aspects and quality issues associated with this crop. Tamarind tamarindus indica is a leguminous tree family fabaceae bearing edible fruit that is indigenous to tropical africa. Antimicrobial activity of extracts from tamarindus indica. Tamarindus indica is a plant that is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of cold, fever, stomach disorder, diarrhea and jaundice and as skin cleanser. Advantages easily dispersible in water, and can be used for many purposes, such as in ketchups, sauces, soft drinks, dairy products and as a souring agent. Click on each image to see a larger version and details of the record view all images 17 no date. Pdf on jan 10, 2017, mercy kidaha and others published evaluation of tamarind tamarindus indica utilization and production in eastern. Subject these test guidelines shall apply to all varieties and hybrids of tamarind tamarindus indica l. In the west it is famously an integral part of the. Tamarind fruits were traded widely in ancient times.
Tamarindus indica tamarind page 3 invasive potential. Itis taxonomy is based on the latest scientific consensus available, and is provided as a general reference source for interested parties. They are very nutritious foods contain fatty acids, vitamins, phytosterols and other phytochemicals. The extracts from fruit pulp and seeds can be used as an alternativ dietary supplement. It is also thought that the plant came to india from. Tamarind, tamarindus indica, evergreen tree of the pea family fabaceae, native to tropical africa. The aqueous pulp extract of this plant was obtained using hot water extraction method. Processing and product information packaging and storage pack in wellsealed clean glass or plastic bottles and store in a dark, cool place. The pulp within the pods is used to make beverages, curries, chutneys and sauces. A plant with multiple medicinal purposes aline pereira paes menezes, silvia cristina cerini trevisan, sandra maria barbalho and elen landgraf guiguer abstract tamarindus indica is a plant that can be used traditionally in wound healing, snake bite, abdominal pain. S native of tropical africa doubtfully also asia, now widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for ornament and for the fruits.
The allelopathic potential of the tamarindus indica l. Tamarindus indica is an essential part of the ecology of the forest in the reserve beza mahafaly. Tamarindus indica tamarind and persea americana avocado are tropical fruits. Escherichia coli, staphylococcus aureus, pseudomonas aeruginosa and.
The phytochemical analysis and antibacterial activity of aqueous pulp extract of tamarindus indica were studied. The tamarind tree produces podlike fruit that contains a brown, edible pulp used in cuisines around the world. On encountering the fruit in western india, arab seatraders thought the sticky black pulp and seeds of the fruit resembled their native date palm, so they combined their common name for date. Acidsweet pulp of the tamarind tamarindus indica is blended with sugar as a confection, or preserved as jam or nectar. See status, confidence level, source for definitions. Tamarindus indica, commonly known as tamarind, is a frostfree, tropical evergreen tree that typically grows to 4060 less frequently to 90 tall.
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