The Beautiful Catalpa Tree, Huge Flowers and Fishing Bait Hudson Valley Gardens 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 Northern Catalpa USU TREE OF THE WEEK Newport This Week Catalpa Campus Trees #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