Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ceiba
ID:
569037

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 511 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568369



Common Names

  • Bombax ceiba
  • Ceiba Bombax
  • Bombax Ceiba


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Synonyms

  • Pochota quinata (Jacq.) W.D.Stevens [unknown]
  • Pachira quinata W.S.Alverson [unknown]
  • Bombacopsis quinata (Jacq.) Dugand [unknown]
  • Bombax aculeatum L. [unknown]
  • Bombax ceiba Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Bombax ceiba leiocarpum Robyns [unknown]
  • Bombax fendleri (Seem.) Benth. ex B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
  • Bombax heptaphyllum Cav. [unknown]
  • Bombax malabaricum DC. [unknown]
  • Bombax quinatum Jacq. [unknown]
  • Bombax thorelii Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Bombax tussacii Urb. [unknown]
  • Gossampinus malabarica (DC.) Merr. [unknown]
  • Gossampinus rubra Buch.-Ham. [unknown]
  • Gossampinus thorelii (Gagnep.) Bakh. [unknown]
  • Salmalia malabarica (DC.) Schott & Endl. [unknown]

Description

Bombax ceiba (also called Kapok Tree, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in moist, tropical forests, and can reach heights of up to 30 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bombax ceiba is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bombax ceiba 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 ceiba 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 ceiba

Bombax ceiba is native to tropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Bombax ceiba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bombax ceiba?

Bombax ceiba

What is the common name of Bombax ceiba?

Silk Cotton Tree

What is the natural habitat of Bombax ceiba?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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References