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HomePlant EncyclopediaIndian-bean

Indian-bean

Catalpa bignonioides

Also known as
  • American catalpa
  • Caterpillar tree
  • Indian Bean Tree
  • Indian Bean-Tree
  • Indian bean
  • Indian cigar tree
  • Indian-bean-tree
  • Indian-bean-tree, Southern catalpa
  • Shawnee wood
  • bean tree
  • catawba
  • catawbaw tree
  • cigartree
  • common catalpa
  • eastern catalpa
  • fish bait tree
  • fisherman’s tree
  • lady cigar
  • later blooming catalpa
  • petalfra
  • smoking bean
  • smoking-bean
  • southern catalpa
  • worm tree
Bignoniaceae
Tree
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Catalpa bignonioides, commonly known as Indian-bean, is an ornamental tree belonging to the Bignoniaceae family. It is recognized for its ornamental value, though specific details on its growing conditions such as sun, water, hardiness, and height are not provided. It is a deciduous tree known for its large leaves and showy flowers, though blooming details are unspecified.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Clay, Sandy

Height

7–12 m

Spread

5–8 m

Zones

4–9

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Growing Tips

As an ornamental tree, Catalpa bignonioides generally prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. While specific hardiness zones are not detailed, it is typically grown in temperate climates. Pruning can be done to shape the tree and remove dead or damaged branches.

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