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Floss Silk Tree
Ceiba speciosa
A stunning tropical tree that erupts in spectacular pink-red blooms in fall, with a distinctive thorny green trunk.
Features
Spectacular pink-red flowersThorny green trunkTropical appearanceFall blooming
Best Uses
Specimen treeShade treeDramatic focal point
Quick Stats
Water NeedsModerate
Sun Exposurefull sun
Mature Size30 ft H × 25 ft W
Growth Ratemoderate
Maintenancemoderate
HardinessUSDA 9-11
Bloom SeasonFall
Bloom ColorPink-Red
Litter Levelseasonal
Thornslarge
Native RegionBrazil, Argentina
Design Styles
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Data from 2024 AMWUA “Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert” guide.