Ceiba crispiflora
(Kunth) Ravenna
Malvaceae
A revision of this genus, in 2003, treats this species as distinct but part of the aggregate species Ceiba insignis[
698- Title
- A Taxonomic Revision of the Genus Ceiba
- Publication
- Anales del Jardín Botánico de Madrid 60 (2) pp259 - 300
- Author
- Gibbs P.; Semir J.
- Website
- http://dialnet.unirioja.es/servlet/fichero_articulo?codigo=762476&orden=78027
- Publisher
- Anales del Jardín Botánico de Madrid
- Year
- 2003
- ISBN
-
- Description
- A new treatment of the genus, which includes species previously in Chorisia. Available as a PDF file on the Internet.
].
Chorisia crispiflora Kunth
Common Name:
General Information
Ceiba crispiflora is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown; it can grow 7 - 20 metres tall. The spiny bole is sometimes swollen, it can be 50 - 80cm in diameter[
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
].
The tree is harvested from the wild for local use of its fibre and wood. It has potential for use as a pioneer species and, because it flowers exuberantly, it has been recommended for landscaping projects[
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
].
Known Hazards
None known
Botanical References
698- Title
- A Taxonomic Revision of the Genus Ceiba
- Publication
- Anales del Jardín Botánico de Madrid 60 (2) pp259 - 300
- Author
- Gibbs P.; Semir J.
- Website
- http://dialnet.unirioja.es/servlet/fichero_articulo?codigo=762476&orden=78027
- Publisher
- Anales del Jardín Botánico de Madrid
- Year
- 2003
- ISBN
-
- Description
- A new treatment of the genus, which includes species previously in Chorisia. Available as a PDF file on the Internet.
Range
S. America - eastern Brazil.
Habitat
Open areas on slopes and at higher elevations in the Atlantic rainforest at elevations from 300 - 600 metres[
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
]. Found mainly in secondary formations[
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
].
Properties
| Medicinal Rating |  |
| Other Uses Rating |  |
| Habit | Deciduous Tree |
| Height | 12.00 m |
| Pollinators | Butterflies |
| Self-fertile | No |
| Cultivation Status | Ornamental, Wild |
Cultivation Details
Prefers a sunny position in a fertile, well-drained soil[
200- Title
- The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Huxley. A.
- Publisher
- MacMillan Press
- Year
- 1992
- ISBN
- 0-333-47494-5
- Description
- Excellent and very comprehensive, though it contains a number of silly mistakes. Readable yet also very detailed.
,
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
].
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal
A resin from the bark is used in the treatment of hernias[
739- Title
- Medicinal Plants of Brazil
- Publication
-
- Author
- Mors W.B.; Rizzini C.T.; Pereira N.A.
- Publisher
- Reference Publications; Michigan.
- Year
- 2000
- ISBN
- 0-917256-42-5
- Description
- An extremely concise book, listing approximately 1,500 species and varieties of plants with their botanical name, common name in Brazil, regions in Brazil where the plant is found, a brief list of uses and any medically active compounds in the plant.
].
Agroforestry Uses:
A fast-growing species that is a pioneer within its native range, it could be suitable for use in reforestation projects[
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
,
K- Title
- Plants for a Future
- Author
- Ken Fern
- Description
- Notes from observations, tasting etc at Plants For A Future and on field trips.
].
Other Uses
The fibrous bark is used for making cordage[
454- Title
- Useful Fiber Plants of the World
- Publication
-
- Author
- Dodge C.R.
- Website
- http://www.biodiversitylibrary.org/
- Publisher
- USDA; Washington.
- Year
- 1897
- ISBN
-
- Description
- A rather dated, but very comprehensive catalogue of fibre plants from around the world. The book can be downloaded from the Internet.
].
A resin is obtained from the bark. It is used medicinally[
739- Title
- Medicinal Plants of Brazil
- Publication
-
- Author
- Mors W.B.; Rizzini C.T.; Pereira N.A.
- Publisher
- Reference Publications; Michigan.
- Year
- 2000
- ISBN
- 0-917256-42-5
- Description
- An extremely concise book, listing approximately 1,500 species and varieties of plants with their botanical name, common name in Brazil, regions in Brazil where the plant is found, a brief list of uses and any medically active compounds in the plant.
].
The wood is coarse-textured, irregular-grained, light in weight, not very durable, easy to cut. It is used for making canoes and low-value items such as troughs, wooden shoes, containers and packing boxes[
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
].
Propagation
Seed - should be sown as soon as it is ripe. Sow in a semi-shaded position in a nursery seedbed, and only just cover the seed. Germination rates of fresh seed is virtually 100%, with the seeds sprouting within 10 - 15 days[
625- Title
- Brazilian Trees. Volume 3.
- Publication
-
- Author
- Lorenzi. H.
- Publisher
- Instituto Plantarum De Estudos Da Flora; Brazil.
- Year
- 2009
- ISBN
- 85-86714-34-4
- Description
- Information on 350 species of Brazilian trees. Stunning photographs of each species, brief details on the plant, its uses and how to grow it from seed. A superb work, with the minor irritation that the translation from Portuguese is not of the best.
]. Seedlings grow away rapidly and can be ready to plant out in 4 - 6 months.
Cuttings of half-ripe wood.
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Useful Tropical Plants Database 2014 by
Ken Fern,
web interface by
Ajna Fern
with help from
Richard Morris.
