Trees
Floss Silk Tree
Ceiba speciosa
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Distinctive trunk and puts on a spectacular show of flowers in the fall. Look for selections that offer a variety of flower colors. Previously classified as Chorisia speciosa.
The Basics
Type: TreesSun: Full SunHardiness: 26°FWater: ModerateNative To: Brazil, ArgentinaGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 30'Mature Width: 25'Mature Form: UprightFoliage
DeciduousColor: Pale greenTexture: MediumWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: Pink, RedSeason: FallComments
Litter: SeasonalThorns: Thorns on trunkIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F156840756070eb8ea0.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Dave Seibert
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Photo By: Dave Seibert