Ceiba casearia Medik.
Casearia Ceiba
Name published by Friedrich Kasimir Medikus (1787) for a ceiba whose modern taxonomic identity is uncertain. Considered a possible synonym of Ceiba pentandra (L.) Gaertn., the most widely distributed kapok species. The name "casearia" may allude to fruit or seed characteristics.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Ceiba |
| Growth Habit | Large tree (uncertain identity) |
| Conservation Status | Not evaluated (IUCN) |
| pH Target | 5.5-7.5 |
| Type | Deep, well-drained. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Deep, well-drained.
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
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Transplant to final location when young.
Organic compost when planting.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No specific data; presumably the same as C. pentandra.
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"Name published by Medikus in Malvenfamilie (1787). Most modern sources (Plants of the World Online) list it as a synonym of Ceiba pentandra (L.) Gaertn. The identity should be confirmed with type material or revision literature. Do not cultivate as an independent entity without confirming morphological distinction."
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Discussion
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