Soapberry (Sapindus)
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Soapberry Genus Details
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Soapberry is native to the U.S. from Missouri to Mexico. It has leaves with 8-18 leaflets that reach 1-3" long with small yellow flowers in clusters called panicles. The panicles are 6-10" long during June. The fruits are globular, 1/2" across, yellow at first and finally turning black. Soapberry can grow to 40' tall.
Soapberry Allergy Info
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Reports of allergenicity are rare, although sap from these plants can cause contact dermatitis.
Soapberry Pollen Description
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No pollen description is currently available.
Species in This Genus
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Allergenicity Legend:
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Allergy Test Available
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Soapberry (Sapindus) is a genus of the SAPINDACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species: