How to Grow and Care for Sapindus

Sapindus is primarily easy to care for. It thrives in well-drained soil and requires moderate watering, ensuring the soil dries out between waterings to prevent root rot. A key point to note is that sapindus benefits from full to partial sunlight for optimal growth. Regular pruning is also advised to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth.

Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Sapindus

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	5-8

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Types of Sapindus

Wingleaf soapberry

Wingleaf soapberry (Sapindus saponaria) is a deciduous tree native to North America and South America. The Latin name Sapindus saponaria means soapy. The fruit from this tree is irritating to the skin and toxic. Caution should be exercised around livestock. The wood from this tree can be made into baskets.

Indian soapberry

The tree height is 15 m. The leaves are even wing-like compound leaves of 70 cm. There are 8 to 10 long stamens for male flowers, which consist of 30 cm spikes, and short stamens and pistils for female flowers. Most of the flower spikes are male flowers. The fruit is berries and contains one large spherical seed.

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