Medicinal
Ayurveda
Ceiba Pentandra Tree
Ceiba pentandra
The Ceiba Pentandra Tree, also known as the Kapok Tree, is a massive tropical deciduous tree valued for its light, silky fibers used in stuffing and its towering presence in rainforests.
Quick Facts
Height: 30–70 m m
Blooms: February–April
Grey, often buttressed trunk; large palmate green leaves; white to pinkish flowers; large green seed pods containing silky fibers
20–40°C
Visit Information
Location
Tropical rainforests, riverbanks, plantations
Best Viewing Time
Deciduous
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Tropical moist lowland forests
Lifespan
Long-lived
Temperature Range
Warm and humid
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Kapok fiber for stuffing, timber, shade tree, traditional medicine
Cultural Significance
Produces large pods filled with light, silky kapok fiber
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Did You Know?
Kapok fiber is water-resistant and buoyant
Used in life jackets, pillows, mattresses
Massive buttressed roots support its height
Sacred in many indigenous cultures
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo