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Trees in Africa

Kapok Tree

Kapok Tree

Kapok trees are large deciduous trees belonging to the Malvaceae family, native to tropical regions of Africa. They have straight, tall trunks and buttressed roots, with large, palmate leaves and showy, pink or white flowers.

Habitat

Africa

Africa

Lifespan

200 to 300 Years

200 to 300 Years

Height

50 to 70 Feet

50 to 70 Feet

Leaf Shape

Leaf Shape

Kapok tree leaves are palmate and compound, with multiple leaflets arranged like fingers on a hand.

Kapok tree leaves are palmate and compound, with multiple leaflets arranged like fingers on a hand.

Ecological Role

Kapok trees provide habitat and food for a variety of wildlife species, including birds, bats, and insects. They are also important for soil stabilization and nutrient cycling in their native ecosystems.

Cultural Importance

Kapok trees have cultural significance in African folklore and traditional medicine, where they are associated with fertility, protection, and spiritual purification.

Interesting Facts

Kapok trees produce fluffy fibers used in pillows, mattresses, and life jackets. Their large, trumpet-shaped flowers attract pollinators such as bats and moths.

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