Ceiba acuminata
Family: Malvaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 10 m high. It has a dense rounded crown. The leaves are divided like fingers. The flowers are small and have curling strap-like petals. The stamens are deep ink. The flowers are about 10 cm across.
There are 4 Ceiba species. Also put in the family Bombacaceae. In the subfamily Bombacoideae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Cuba, Mexico, North America, West Indies
How it is used for food
The seeds are rich in oil and are eaten. The tuberous roots are harvested and roasted.
Edible parts
Seeds, roots, bark - tea
How it is grown
It is slow growing.