Seed Availability

Seeds are now available at our seed store.

Description

Fast growing tree to 30-60ft tall. It grows very well in both tropical and subtropical climates, and is a popular street tree, due to its beautiful blooms. The trunk is also unique, containing numerous prominent spines. Leaves drop during flowering time.

Hardiness

The floss silk tree is fairly hardy and will survive freezes.

Growing Environment

Grow in well drained soil. Trees do not need a lot of water, particularly during flowering.

Propagation

Propagation is usually by seeds or grafting.

Uses

Commonly planted as an ornamental. The silk from the fruits is used to stuff pillows, but is regrettably unable to be spun into thread.

Native Range

Native to South America.

Related Species

Bombaceae
	Chorisia speciosa Floss Silk Tree		Durio dulcis Lahong
	Durio graveolens Red Fleshed Durian		Durio isu Isu
	Durio oxleyanus Kerantongan		Durio testudinarium Kura Kura
	Durio zibethinus Durian		Pachira aquatica Malabar Chesnut
	Pachira insignis Guiana Chestnut		Patinoa almirajo Almirajo
	Quararibea cordata South American Sapote		Quararibea funebris Rosita de Cacao