Primary Specimen
BOTANICAL RECORD #0018

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Silk Cotton Tree
Division
Timber
Classification
Native Scientific name: Bombax ceiba Family: Malvaceae
Durability Rating
Low durability – Class 5
Preservation
Not threatened (Least Concern)

Architectural Application

Not suitable for structural load-bearing elements

Can be used for lightweight interior components or temporary structures after proper treatment

Valuable in urban landscape design for seasonal visual impact (large red flowers)

Deep root system assists in soil anchoring in open landscapes

Supports pollinators and birds → beneficial in eco-sensitive site planning

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