Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albidum
ID:
569005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 1: 77 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568337



Common Names

  • Bombax albidum
  • Albidum Bombax
  • Bombax Albidum


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Synonyms

  • Gossampinus albida Bakh. [unknown]

Description

Bombax albidum (also called White Cotton Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Africa. It has large, white flowers and is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Bombax albidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bombax albidum is a white-yellow star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bombax albidum is a small, evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Bombax albidum

Bombax albidum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Bombax albidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bombax albidum?

Bombax albidum

What is the common name of Bombax albidum?

White bombax

What is the natural habitat of Bombax albidum?

Bombax albidum is found in moist, tropical forests.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References