What is another word for kapok tree?
Pronunciation: [kˈapɒk tɹˈiː] (IPA) 
The kapok tree, also known as the Ceiba tree, is a tall, broad-leaved tree native to tropical America, Africa, and Asia. This iconic tree is highly valued for its fluffy, silky fibers that are used for stuffing pillows, cushions, and other soft furnishings. The kapok tree is also known as the Java cotton tree, silk-cotton tree, red silk-cotton tree, or simply cotton tree. The tree has several other vernacular names including the White Silk Cotton Tree, Semal, Simul, and Shalmali. It is a symbol of life and renewal, as its trunk takes on a new layer of bark each year, and it produces large, fragrant flowers that attract pollinators.
