soapweed

IPA: sˈoʊpwid

soap-weed

IPA: sˈoʊpwid

The soapweed plant is known for its saponins, which can be used to make soap
Native Americans used soapweed to create a cleansing lather for washing their hair and bodies
Soapweed is also commonly found in dry, sandy soils throughout the southwest United States
The bright yellow flowers of the soapweed plant attract pollinators such as butterflies and bees
Some ranchers use soapweed as a natural insect repellent for their livestock