Sapindus trifoliatus

Type of Plant
Trade Name
Soapnut tree
Local Name
Chavakai
Family
Leaf Type
Habit
Tree
Leaf Shape
Phyllotaxy
Colour of Flower/Inflorescence
Fruit type
Uses
Fruits are widely used as a detergent. Soap nut is also used by jewellers tarnish ornaments. The seeds yield oil and it is used for soap industry. Seed shell yields a dye used to colour cloth, leather and wood. The pericarp of the fruit is used as hair wash. Root and bark are used for medicinal purpose.
Other Details
Habit
Leaf
Flower
Fruit