What are Seabeans?

Seabeans are seed pods that drop from trees and vines and are carried down streams and rivers and across oceans. Where they come from depends on where you happen to be located. Here on the East coast of Florida they come from all points East and Southeast and beyond, carried along the Equatorial Current.

Nature's Bounty

It's easy to find gorgeous beans like these once you train your eye to look for their color, shape, and texture.

The lighter "corkies" are usually found along the top edge of what is known as the wrack, which is the line of seaweed and debris that lies along the shore at the tide line.

The heavier, shiny ones called shinies, can sometimes be found just below that line, half-buried in the sand or mixed in with the seaweed. Use your hand or foot or a stick to push the seaweed aside, turn it over - you may find something interesting.

Good Luck and Happy Beaning!

Common Corkies

Mango


Hog Plum


Sea Coconut


Country Almond


Coconut Palm

These homely travelers float ashore waiting to be discovered.

Walk slowly.
Look down.
Don't be afraid to touch the seaweed.

Have fun!

Wonders of the Sea with Boat