Sapindus marginatus, the Florida soapberry, is a small to medium-sized tree native to Florida and the Caribbean, known for its saponin-rich fruits used historically as soap. This species is a valuable component of coastal hammocks and pine flatwoods, supporting local wildlife.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Florida Soapberry (Sapindus marginatus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Sapindaceae |
| Genus | Sapindus |
| Species | Sapindus marginatus |
Similar in genus Sapindus
