Sapindus detergens (Ritha) - Image 3

Botanical name: Sapindus detergens

Common names: Ritha, Soap Nut Tree

Family: Sapindaceae

Origin: Tropical Asia

Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
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Sapindus detergens (Ritha) green leaves on tree branch with elongated shapes in close up view


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