Sapindus is a genus of about five to twelve species of shrubs and small trees in the Lychee family, Sapindaceae, native to warm temperate to tropical regions in both the Old World and New World. The genus includes both deciduous and evergreen species. Members of the genus are commonly known as soapberries or soapnuts because the fruit pulp is used to make soap. The generic name is derived from the Latin words saponis, meaning "soap", and indicus, meaning "of India".
The dried fruit of Soap Nuts (Sapindus Mukorossi) is most valuable part of the plant. Its fleshy portion contains saponin, which is a good substitute for washing soap. The soapnut which is mainly used for washing purposes can be divided into two different types: The most widespread one is the "Sapindus Mukorossi" which is grown in North India. Our Soap Nuts Used as Natural Laundry Detergent, Hair Shampoo, Powder, Shampoo and Skin Cleaner, Pesticide-Buster, General Purpose Cleaner, Bathing Your Pets, Taking Care of Your Plants.