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Bombax malabaricum (ceiba) - seeds

Bombax malabaricum (ceiba) - seeds

3668 Bombax malabaricum (ceiba) - seeds

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Large tree taller than 20 ftFull sunRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plant

Bombax ceiba, Bombax malabaricum. Kapok tree, Silk cotton tree. Spectacular tree with red lily-like flowers. It can grow into a giant tree with heavily buttressed trunk. Young trees may have spines on trunk. The woody fruits contain silky floss used in pillows, etc. The large, lobed leaves drop in the winter and at that time masses of large orange/red flowers appear and the tree is then completely void of leaves.
Plant seeds 1/2" depth in well draining soil mixture. Keep warm, damp and in bright light.
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Per pack: 6 seeds
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Plant form
Large tree taller than 20 ft
Sun exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering