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    Soapberry

   Sapindus saponaria -  A beautiful tree that grows  to 30 feet tall in its native habitat with a rounded crown and yellow-gray bark. Grown for its usefulness as a landscape plant, foliage and fall golden yellow colors highlighting the yellow-orange seed pods.

Numerous small creamy-white flowers bloom in late Spring or early Summer. Fruits follow in round clusters about 1/2 inch in diameter. Fruits are one-seeded, yellow to orange and become black as Winter progresses.

This tree is a low maintenance tree requiring little fertilizer and attention. Drought and salt tolerant. Should be pruned while young to encourage strong branch growth.  Makes a good hedge for screening as well as general landscape usage. Grow in zones 8 or above in any soil.  Needs full light.

A perfect all - around tree!  Item # rsd-130

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Sowing instructions:

  • Scarify the seed and soak in warm water for 24 hours.  Change the water daily for 7 days

  • Sow seed 3/4” deep at a soil temperature of  61-64° F. and keep moist

  • Seed can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

  • Sow in standard good draining potting mix

Plant Care:

  • Grow in a standard potting mix

  • Water  moderately and feed once a month

  • Transplant when large enough to handle into pots

  •  Keep humid if in dry conditions by occasional misting

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Fun Facts:

  • The fruits contain a natural detergent and are used as a soap by tropical peoples
  • Caution should be taken as it can cause a skin rash in people not used to this substance. The fruits are poisonous and should not be eaten.
  • Native to Missouri southwest to northern Mexico with a general habitat from the floodplains of western rivers as well as in higher areas.
  • The name comes from Sapindus  which is a Latin phrase meaning "soap of the Indes"
  • Saponaria refers to a soap-like substance called saponin found in the fruits
  • Makes an excellent plant for collectors of plants for the home or greenhouse environment
  • Grown for the beautiful leaf shape and color
  • Makes an excellent specimen for Bonsai Culture

  • Another fun plant from seeds of the Rainforest 

 

 

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