Cavanillesia platanifolia (Canoe Tree) - Image 3

Botanical name: Cavanillesia platanifolia

Common names: Canoe Tree, Cuipo

Family: Malvaceae    (Formerly:Bombacaceae)

Subfamily: Bombacoideae

Origin: Panama

Large tree taller than 20 ftFull sunRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersDeciduous plant
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Cavanillesia platanifolia with massive grey trunk standing tall as a thick plant
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