Chinese Coffee Tree, Soap Tree, Yunnan Bean (Gymnocladus chinensis)

You will get 7 seeds of Gymnocladus chinensis, CHINESE COFFEE TREE, SOAP TREE, YUNNAN BEAN for planting.

The Gymnocladus chinensis, also known as the Chinese Coffee Tree, is a rare and beautiful tree with substantial branches and doubly compound leaves. It produces thick, flat pods in October that are high in saponins and can be used as a natural soap. Additionally, the wood of this tree is hard and durable, making it ideal for cabinet making.

Scarification: file or sand through the outer seed coat, or Soak in sulfuric or nitric acid for 25 minutes and wash under cold water for 10-15 minutes.

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow 1" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed