Red Silk Cotton Fruit Tree
Bombax ceiba, or Red Silk Cotton Tree, is a fast-growing hardy tree up to 20-30m, prefers sandy, well-drained soil, full sun, and has medicinal properties.
Habit
Tree
Height
15-25 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Asia, Australia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
50-80
Potting media
Field soil
Fertilizers
Organic fertilizers
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
10-50 kg
Flowering Time
Spring
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Timber, Ornamental
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
50-100 years
Health Benefits
Medicinal uses, timber production
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
60% sand, 20% compost, 20% loam
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize annually with organic compost and mulch.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Aphids, Scale Insects.
Dark lesions on leaves, fruits, and stems, Yellowing, wilting of plants, Brown/black spots on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, Waxy bumps on leaves and stems.
Prune affected parts, apply neem oil, Improve soil drainage, reduce watering.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Copper-based fungicides, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Insecticides like acephate.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Bark and flowers are used in Ayurveda to treat diarrhea and wounds.
· Roots and gum help in treating skin diseases and inflammation.
Boosts immunity and aids digestion.