Western Soapberry
Sapindus drummondii
Description
The Western Soapberry is a deciduous tree native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is known for its distinctive yellow-orange fruit that resembles small soap bubbles, which were historically used to make soap. The tree has pinnate leaves and produces small, white flowers.
- Life Cycle
- perennial
- Height
- 10 to 50 feet
- Sun Exposure
- Partial sun to full sun
- Bloom Months
- June, July, August, September
- Bloom Color
- Bloom Description
- The fruit of the Western Soapberry is a bright yellow-golden color when mature.