Ceiba pentandra
About
Ceiba pentandra is a tropical tree of the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae, native to Central America, the Caribbean, and the northern half of South America; some authors also consider it native in western and central Africa. It is widely introduced in other tropical regions including South and Southeast Asia, where it is cultivated.
- Family
- Malvaceae
How to use it
The Ceiba tree is valued for its strong, lightweight fibers, which can be used in textiles and crafts. Additionally, its large canopy provides excellent shade, making it a popular choice for parks and gardens in tropical regions. The tree also plays a crucial role in its ecosystem, supporting various wildlife species.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Ceiba pentandra
- Slug
- ceiba-pentandra
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Genus
- Ceiba
- Species
- pentandra
- Wikidata QID
- Q138617
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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