Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costatum
ID:
569048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pellegr. & Vuillet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 3: 88 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568380



Common Names

  • Bombax costatum
  • Costatum Bombax
  • Bombax Costatum


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Synonyms

  • Bombax andrieui Pellegr. & Vuillet [unknown]
  • Bombax angulicarpum andrieuii (Pellegr. & Vuill.) A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Bombax angulicarpum costatum (Pellegr. & Vuill.) A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Bombax angulicarpum houardii (Pellegr. & Vuill.) A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Bombax costatum andrieuii (Pellegr. & Vuill.) Aubrév. [unknown]
  • Bombax costatum houardii (Pellegr. & Vuill.) Aubrév. [unknown]
  • Bombax houardii Pellegr. & Vuillet [unknown]

Description

Bombax costatum (also called Yellow Silk Cotton 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 costatum 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 costatum 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 costatum 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 costatum

Bombax costatum is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru.

Bombax costatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bombax costatum?

Bombax costatum

What is the common name of Bombax costatum?

Costate Cotton Tree

What is the natural habitat of Bombax costatum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2679096: Based on the initial data import
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
J. Vuillet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vuillet' in the authors string.