Bombax ceiba
TAXONOMIE
FamilieMalvaceae
GattungBombax
Zone10
MEHR ERFAHREN
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Bombax ceiba, commonly known as the Red Silk-Cotton Tree, is a large deciduous tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is known for its striking red flowers that bloom before the leaves appear. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall and has a broad, spreading canopy. It has a dormancy period during the dry season when it sheds its leaves.
AUCH BEKANNT ALS
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Pachira Quinata
Pochota Quinata
Red Silk-Cotton
Red Silk Cottontree
Red Silk Cotton Tree
Salmalia Malabarica
Bombax aculeatum
Bombax ceiba
Bombax ceiba var. leiocarpum
Bombax fendleri
Bombax heptaphyllum
Bombax malabaricum
Bombax quinatum
Bombax thorelii
Bombax tussacii
ÜBERBLICK
VPDBerechnung
WasserFeucht
BodenLehmig
LichtDirekt hell (6 Std)
Temperatur25° C
Feuchtigkeit60
Ruhezustand3 Monate
PH6,5
Druck1.013
EINZELHEITEN
Pflegehinweise
Bombax ceiba requires bright, direct sunlight and thrives in warm, tropical climates. It prefers moderate temperatures and high humidity. Water the plant regularly, allowing the soil to dry out partially between waterings. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.Boden
The Red Silk-Cotton Tree prefers well-draining loamy soil. It can tolerate a range of soil types but thrives best in fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Ensure the soil has good drainage to prevent waterlogging.Dünger
Use a balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10 during the growing season. Fertilize the plant every 4-6 weeks to promote healthy growth and flowering. Reduce fertilization during the dormancy period.Umtopfen
Repot young Bombax ceiba plants every 2-3 years to accommodate their growing root system. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one and ensure it has good drainage. Repotting is best done in the early spring before the growing season begins.Vermehrung
Bombax ceiba can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a suitable growing medium. Propagation is best done in the spring or early summer.Beschneidung
Prune Bombax ceiba during the dormant season to remove dead or diseased branches and to shape the tree. Pruning helps maintain the tree's structure and encourages healthy growth. Use clean, sharp tools to make clean cuts.Toxizität
Bombax ceiba is not known to be toxic to pets or humans. However, as with any plant, it is advisable to keep it out of reach of small children and pets to prevent accidental ingestion.Zusätzlich
Bombax ceiba is valued not only for its ornamental beauty but also for its medicinal properties. Various parts of the tree are used in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments. The tree's wood is also used for making lightweight furniture and other wooden products.REVOLUTIONIEREN SIE IHRE PFLANZENPFLEGE
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