The genus name is Salmalia malabarica Young trees may have spines on trunk. The woody fruits contain silky floss used in pillows, etc. The large, lobed leaves drop in the winter and at that time masses of large orange/red flowers appear and the tree is then completely void of leaves..
Monday, 31 January 2011
Silk Cotton Tree -Shimul Ful/Shimul Tular Gash
The genus name is Salmalia malabarica Young trees may have spines on trunk. The woody fruits contain silky floss used in pillows, etc. The large, lobed leaves drop in the winter and at that time masses of large orange/red flowers appear and the tree is then completely void of leaves..
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