Question: Tamarind is the member of which of the following family? (RJ AARO Horticulture 2022)
Options:
Moraceae
Leguminosae
Euphorbiaceae
Guttiferae
✅Explanation:
Tamarind (Tamarindus indica), an evergreen tree of the pea family (Fabaceae), native to tropical Africa. 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. Â
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-Option A: Moraceae is the fig family, which includes figs, mulberries, and breadfruit.
-Option C: Euphorbiaceae is the spurge family, which includes rubber trees and castor oil plants.
-Option D: Guttiferae (now often called Clusiaceae). Mangosteen is a well-known example.