Floss silk tree

Floss silk tree (Ceiba speciosa)

Floss silk tree, also known as Brazil kapok, Toborochi

The Silk Floss Tree (Ceiba speciosa), native to South America, can grow over 25 meters tall. Its trunk is adorned with thick, sharp thorns that deter most animals. However, its flowers are particularly attractive to hummingbirds.

Key Facts About Floss silk tree

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Attributes of Floss silk tree

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
25 m
Spread
11 m to 14 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
10 cm to 15 cm
Flower Color
Pink White

Scientific Classification of Floss silk tree

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Malvales
Family
Mallow
Genus
Ceiba
Species
Floss silk tree