Indian Bean Tree (Catalpa bignonioides) Stock Image C013 3231 Science Photo Library Catalpa Trees Have Roots Dating Back To Early Severna Park Severna Park These are seed pods from Catalpa speciosa, a fast growing north american tree also known as The Bean Tree because of it's bean like pods Outdoors column: Uncommon catalpa tree has roots in the region's history Chicago Tribune #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