A Catalpa Tree in My Garden Amazon.com : Catalpa speciosa, 2 Year Old 1 2 ft Tall,Northern Catalpa, Cigar Tree, Indian Bean, Sent with Roots Wrapped, no Leaves. : Patio, Lawn & Garden 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 The Nature Observer's Journal