Red Silk Cottontree (Bombax ceiba)
Bombax ceiba, the Red Silk Cottontree, is a large deciduous tree from tropical and subtropical areas, noted for its bright red flowers and cotton-like seed fibers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types, including poor soils.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 18-25°C. Tolerates heat.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
Can tolerate partial shade.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce in winter.
Ensure good drainage.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types, including poor soils.
Ideal growing range is 18-25°C. Tolerates heat.
Protect from frost when young.
Outdoor
Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-25 m
Spread
10-15 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Palmate compound
Flower Size
8-12 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
100000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalvales
- familyMalvaceae
- genusBombax
- speciesBombax ceiba
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No