Catalpa Yale Nature Walk Have you seen this impressive tree that produces bean pods and wondered what it was or what it could be used for? The Catalpa Tree (Catalpa bignonioides) is also referred to as Catalpa tree seed pods Buy Online Foraged #catalpa ancient local herbal staple! Revered for it's ancient wisdom, always a joy to find on the hiking trail! *broad spade leaves *lush perfume when flowering in May. *large green bean like beans Catalpa Bates Canopy Bates College The beans pods on the catalpa are nearly as beautiful as the flowers. : r marijuanaenthusiasts