Soapbark Tree
Quillaja saponaria
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A South American evergreen tree prized for its saponin-rich bark, which produces natural lather and has been used traditionally for soap-making and cleaning. Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, it grows at moderate speed and produces small white flowers.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central Chile
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A South American evergreen tree prized for its saponin-rich bark, which produces natural lather and has been used traditionally for soap-making and cleaning. Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, it grows at moderate speed and produces small white flowers.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Soapbark Tree grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central Chile
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation