Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Sapindaceae

Genus:

Sapindus

Species:

Sapindus marginatus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

1524 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fall Color:

yellow

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require scarification (nicking or hot water) followed by cold stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.

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