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Chorisia speciosa

Floss Silk Tree, Kapok

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/Thompson/Sortomme

 

Description

This deciduous tree grows 30' to 60' tall x 30' wide and has a trunk covered in short spines. It produces beautiful pink flowers in the fall and needs occasional deep watering with good drainage. Leaves drop during autumn flowering or whenever temperatures drop below 27 degrees F.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Winter, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Green

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.