Ceiba Speciosa
Foil silk tree
Description
Ceiba speciosa, also known as the floss silk tree, is a deciduous tree native to South America. It is recognized for its striking appearance, characterized by a bottle-shaped trunk, often armed with large, conical thorns. This tree produces beautiful, large, showy flowers, typically pink or purplish, adding a touch of elegance to the landscape. The flowers are followed by large, seed pods filled with fluffy, cotton-like fibers, which have been used for stuffing pillows and other items. Ceiba speciosa thrives in warm climates and full sun. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established. Pruning is generally minimal. The tree's unique form, flowers, and seed pods make it a visually appealing and interesting specimen tree. The tree is a fast grower and can attain great heights and is quite suitable for parks.
Description
Ceiba speciosa, also known as the floss silk tree, is a deciduous tree native to South America. It is recognized for its striking appearance, characterized by a bottle-shaped trunk, often armed with large, conical thorns. This tree produces beautiful, large, showy flowers, typically pink or purplish, adding a touch of elegance to the landscape. The flowers are followed by large, seed pods filled with fluffy, cotton-like fibers, which have been used for stuffing pillows and other items. Ceiba speciosa thrives in warm climates and full sun. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established. Pruning is generally minimal. The tree's unique form, flowers, and seed pods make it a visually appealing and interesting specimen tree. The tree is a fast grower and can attain great heights and is quite suitable for parks.