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Sapindus marginatus, commonly known as the soapberry tree, belongs to the Sapindaceae family and is native to a wide range of regions across Central and South America, including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Venezuela. Sapindus marginatus (Latin: Sapindus marginatus, family Sapindaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sapindus marginatus is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Sapindus marginatus is a member of the Sapindaceae family native to BO, CO, CU, EC, GE, and PE. Sapindus marginatus thrives in full sun and prefers soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Sapindus marginatus grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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