Catalpa Collection

Illustration of Catalpa bignonioides Aurea (Golden Indian-Bean Tree) showing shape of tree with and without leaves

Illustration of Catalpa bignonioides (Indian Bean Tree) showing shape of tree with and without leaves

Indian Bean Tree
SGI-4772 CATALPA - Indian Bean tree Catalpa sp. Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Catalpa tree, Bignonia catalpa
5855014 Catalpa tree, Bignonia catalpa; (add.info.: Flowers, leaf, pod and seed of the catalpa tree, Bignonia catalpa. Handcolored stipple engraving from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa)

Decorative botanical print with chestnut, Judas tree, laburnum, trumpetvine and paulownia
5855550 Decorative botanical print with chestnut, Judas tree, laburnum, trumpetvine and paulownia; (add.info.: Five ornamental trees including chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)

O: Catalpa Bow, from the series "Tales of Ise in Fashionable Brocade Pictures (Furyu... c.1772/73)
O: Catalpa Bow, from the series "Tales of Ise in Fashionable Brocade Pictures (Furyu nishiki-e Ise monogatari)", Japan, c. 1772/73

Southern catalpa (Catalpa bignonioides) flowers. Recently opened with yellow nectar guides, purple in older pollinated flowers. Surrey, England, UK. Native to USA

Southern catalpa, Catalpa bignonioides (Bignonia catalpa). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1849

Josephine plant and stonecrops
Josephine plant, Josephinia imperatricis 1 and stonecrops, Crassula species 2, 3. Josephine, Joubarbes. Handcoloured steel engraving by Auguste Dumenil after an illustration by A

Indian Beam Tree / Catalpa
SG-20118 Indian Bean Tree / Catalpa Catalpa bignonioides Ardea London Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

WOODLAWN CEMETERY, 1869. The Catalpa Avenue plot at Woodlawn Cemetery in Westchester County, New York. Wood engraving, American, 1869

Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) close-up of flowers, U. S. A
Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) close-up of flowers, U.S.A

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The catalpa tree, also known as the Indian Bean Tree or Southern Catalpa, is a majestic sight to behold. With its unique shape and vibrant leaves, it adds beauty to any landscape. One illustration showcases the Catalpa bignonioides Aurea, commonly referred to as the Golden Indian-Bean Tree. Its distinct shape can be seen both with and without leaves, highlighting its graceful form throughout the seasons. Another illustration features the Catalpa bignonioides, displaying its tree shape in different stages of leaf growth. This variation emphasizes how this species adapts and transforms over time. In Trinidad and Tobago's Port of Spain in the West Indies, you may come across calabash or bottle gourd plants intertwined with these magnificent trees. The juxtaposition of nature's wonders creates a picturesque scene that captures the essence of this tropical paradise. Not only are these trees visually stunning, but they also offer nectar-rich flowers that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. A close-up image reveals recently opened Southern catalpa flowers adorned with yellow nectar guides – an invitation for nature's tiny visitors to indulge in their sweet offerings. Venturing further into history brings us to Woodlawn Cemetery in Westchester County. Here lies a plot named Catalpa Avenue since 1869 – a testament to the enduring legacy of these remarkable trees that have stood witness to countless stories throughout generations. Moving across borders within North America leads us to discover another variety called Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa). Close-up images capture its exquisite flowers blooming proudly on American soil – showcasing yet another facet of this diverse genus. Whether you refer to it as Indian Beam Tree or simply Catalpa, there is no denying its allure. From Josephine plants nestled beneath their protective branches to stonecrops adding splashes of color at their base – every element harmoniously contributes towards creating an enchanting atmosphere around these magnificent specimens. The catalpa tree is a symbol of beauty and resilience.