These are seed pods from Catalpa speciosa, a fast growing north american tree also known as The Bean Tree because of it's bean like pods Southern Catalpa (Catalpa bignonioides): Essential Guide #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 Dog walk treasures (Catalpa pod) SIDEWALK NATURE Catalpa Trees Have Roots Dating Back To Early Severna Park Severna Park