Ceiba 'Kampong' (Kampong Floss Silk Tree)


Botanical Information

FamilyMalvaceae
GenusCeiba
Cultivar'Kampong'
SynonymsChorisia speciosa 'Kampong'
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginBrazil and Argentina.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9b-11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c-H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-6.7 -10
Temperature (°F)20- 50
Height10-20 m
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeNot salt tolerant, so not suited as a planting in coastal areas. Used as a specimen tree, in parks and on boulevards.
PropagationPropagated from semi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationWill grow in a wide variety or soils but prefers full sun until fully established.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe lower part of the tree is covered with triangular spines that store water. When young, the bark is green and as it ages it turns grey and drops the spines.
Leaf DescriptionThe pale green leaves are 10-12 cm long with serrated margins and are alternately arranged.
Flower DescriptionThe 5-petaled flower is 8-10 cm long and funnel shaped. Colour varies from pale pink, rose, purple to burgundy.
Fruit DescriptionThe pear shaped fruit is 15 cm long and filled with seeds.

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