Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crispiflora
ID:
593240

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Ravenna

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Onira 3: 45 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592572

Common Names

  • Crispiflora Ceiba
  • Crispiflora Kapok
  • Crispiflora Silk-Cotton Tree

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Synonyms

  • Chorisia crispiflora Kunth [unknown]

Description

Ceiba crispiflora (also called the crisp-flowered kapok tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown. Its bark is grey-brown and scaly, and its leaves are compound and arranged in whorls. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ceiba crispiflora is used as a source of food for birds, as a shade tree, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceiba crispiflora has small white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings have a single stem with two opposite leaves and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceiba crispiflora is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America and is often used as an ornamental tree. It is best grown in well-drained, slightly acidic soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions in the fall. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Ceiba crispiflora

Ceiba crispiflora is native to Central America and Mexico.

Ceiba crispiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crispiflora Ceiba?

Ceiba crispiflora

What is the common name of Ceiba crispiflora?

Crispiflora Ceiba

Where is Ceiba crispiflora native to?

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-2707362: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.