Balsa Wood
Ochroma pyramidale
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Basic Information
Family: Malvaceae
Genus: ochroma
Plant ID (slug): ochroma-pyramidale
Numeric ID: 21937
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Ochroma pyramidale is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft) by 30 m (98ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10 and is frost tender. The flowers are pollinated by Bats, Birds. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
S. America - Bolivia, north to the Caribbean and through Central America to Guatemala.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Emetic The root bark is emetic[739 ].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Ochroma pyramidale Balsa Wood