Terminalia catappa is a large tropical tree in the leadwood tree family, Combretaceae, native to Asia, Australia, the Pacific, Madagascar and Seychelles. [1] Common names in English include country almond, Indian almond, Malabar almond, sea almond, tropical almond, [3] beach almond [4] and false kamani. [5]

Aug 14, 2019 · Indian almond is a fast growing, medium to large, unarmed, semi-deciduous, monoecious tree that grows 25–40 m high with spreading, symmetrical crown and whorls of horizontal branches, forming tiers resembling a pagoda framework.

May 15, 2016 · Indian Almond tree is planted widely in Bangalore and surrounding areas as an ornamental tree. It is known as Jangli Badam in Hindi, Kadu Badami in Kannada, and Kshudrabija or Desabadama in Sanskrit. The botanical name is Terminalia catappa and belongs to Combretaceae (Rangoon creeper) family.

Terminalia catappa, commonly called tropical almond or Indian almond, is a medium to large deciduous tropical tree that grows to 75-90' tall (often lower in cultivation) with a spreading crown featuring horizontal branching in tiers.

Mar 24, 2025 · The Wild Badam Tree, scientifically known as Terminalia catappa and commonly referred to as the Indian Almond or Tropical Almond, is a magnificent tree that graces tropical and subtropical regions with its beauty, resilience, and utility.

The Indian Almond, in Latin Terminalia catappa, is a lush evergreen tree belonging to the White Mangrove family. The native habitat is the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, where, with warm and humid climates, the tree can reach 50-60 feet (15-18 meters) or even more.

Dec 5, 2023 · Commonly known as the Indian almond tree or tropical almond, Terminalia catappa is the most widely recognized species referred to as the Talisay tree. It is known for its large, colorful leaves and is native to Southeast Asia.

Apr 14, 2023 · The Indian almond tree, also known as Terminalia catappa, is a deciduous tree that is native to India and Southeast Asia. It is known for its striking foliage, beautiful flowers, and nutritious fruits, making it a popular tree species in India.

Dec 24, 2024 · Indian almond tree is fast-growing and good-looking, making it a favorite in gardens. They are mostly grown as ornamental trees, though they also have many other uses. The roots spread horizontally over a large area making it a good choice to prevent soil erosion.

Jun 7, 2019 · Habit and Habitat: fast-growing, deciduous tree with a pagoda-like crown with layers of branches spaced at about 1–2 m apart. They can grow up to 25 m tall. It grows in coastal thickets, beaches, rocky shores, sand dunes, parks, gardens, and edges of mangrove swamps.