What is another word for red silk cotton?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈɛd sˈɪlk kˈɒtən] (IPA) 
Red silk cotton, also known as Bombax ceiba, is a tall, deciduous tree that is native to Asia. The tree produces large, showy flowers that are used for decoration and medicinal purposes. Synonyms for red silk cotton include kapok, silk-cotton tree, red cotton tree, and simal. Kapok is a popular alternative name for the tree, as the lightweight fibers that surround the seeds are used to stuff pillows, mattresses, and life jackets. The term silk-cotton tree refers to the silky fibers that coat the seeds and the cotton-like texture of the wood. Red cotton tree and simal are used to describe the bright crimson color of the tree's flowers.
