12 Seeds with detailed germination instructions
Also known as Grape Soda or Cool Aid Tree due to it's grapelicious fragrance. Indigenous to Texas, New Mexico and Mexico, this large shrub or small tree is evergreen, thornless and long-lived. Glossy dark green compound leaves provide a lush look for desert gardens. Showy clusters of purple wisteria-like flowers perfume the air in the spring. The thick seed pods contain orange-red seeds. Plant in full sun to part shade and in well-drained soils. Temperatures as low as 25F and as high as 120F. Native Indians used to make stunning jewelry from the bright red Seeds.
► Note: These seeds are poison and NOT for consumption. Be sure you keep them safe from children as the red seed can easily be misidentified as candy.
Other Names: Sophora secundiflora, Sophora speciosa, Broussonetia secundiflora, Calia erythrosperma , Calia secundiflora, Cladrastis secundiflora, Mescal Bean, Frigolito, Frijollito, Frijolillo, Coral Bean, Big-drunk Bean, Colorin, Purple tree
