Ceiba speciosa
TAXONOMIE
FamilieMalvaceae
GeslachtCeiba
Zone10
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Ceiba speciosa, commonly known as the Silk Floss Tree, is native to the tropical and subtropical forests of South America. It is known for its striking flowers and thorny trunk. The tree can grow up to 25 meters tall and has a distinctive bottle-shaped trunk. It undergoes a dormancy period during the dry season.
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Floss-Silktree
Floss-Silk Tree
Silk Floss Tree
Silk-Floss Tree
Chorisia speciosa
Chorisia speciosa var. minor
Chorisia speciosa var. paraguariensis
OVERZICHT
VPDBerekenen
WaterDroog
BodemLeemachtig
LichtDirect helder (8 Uur)
Temperatuur25° C
Vochtigheid60
Kiemrust3 Maanden
pH6,5
Druk1.013
DETAILS
Onderhoudsinstructies
Ceiba speciosa thrives in bright, direct sunlight and prefers warm temperatures. It can tolerate moderate humidity levels. Watering should be done sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out almost completely between waterings. The tree is well-suited for outdoor growth in tropical and subtropical climates.Bodem
The Silk Floss Tree prefers well-draining loamy soil. It can tolerate a range of soil types but performs best in soil that is not too compacted. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.Kunstmest
A balanced fertilizer with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10 can be applied during the growing season. Fertilize sparingly, as the tree does not require high nutrient concentrations.Verpotten
Ceiba speciosa is not typically grown in pots due to its large size and extensive root system. Therefore, repotting is not applicable.Voortplanting
Propagation is usually done through seeds. Seeds should be sown in well-draining soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Germination can take several weeks.Snoeien
Pruning is required to maintain the shape and health of the tree. Prune during the dormant season to remove dead or diseased branches and to shape the tree.Toxiciteit
Ceiba speciosa is not known to be toxic to pets or humans. However, care should be taken around the thorny trunk to avoid injury.Aanvullend
The Silk Floss Tree is known for its beautiful pink or white flowers that bloom in the fall. It is also used in traditional medicine and for its lightweight wood, which is used in making canoes and other items.BRENG EEN REVOLUTIE TEWEEG IN UW PLANTENVERZORGING
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