Jonathan was found hanging by a rope from a castor bean tree. This has led to the name "jumping bean tree". Various parts of the locust bean tree are used for medicinal and food purposes. Indigenous healers in Africa use different parts of the locust bean tree for health benefits. Shade tolerance of other crops planted the near locust bean tree may present additional problems. The crown of the tree resembles the dark glossy green Black Bean tree. Common names include southern catalpa, cigartree, and Indian-bean-tree (or Indian bean tree). In Central Australia, the bean tree was often used. The area features the Monmouth War Memorial and the controversial, historic Indian Bean Tree. The Indian Bean Tree, however, was condemned by the Monmouthshire City Council.