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Pseudobombax ellipticum, with common names including shaving brush tree, Dr Seuss tree, and amapolla tree, is a species of plant in the subfamily Bombacoideae of the family Malvaceae.
5-płatkowe, płatki mocno odwiniete, wiele pręcików złączonych tylko u podstawy, co nadaje kwiatom kształt pędzelka do golenia, stąd zwyczajowe nazwy: brocha de afeitar, shaving-brush tree, drzewo pędzelkowe.
Pseudobombax ellipticum, often called the Shaving Brush Tree, is well-known for its spectacular white or pink flowers that open up like a shaving brush. Apart from its beauty: The Shaving brush is deciduous. It sheds its leaves in winter to reveal a smooth, green trunk that adds year-round interest. It captivates with its looks and ease of care.
Pseudobombax ellipticum, commonly called shaving-brush tree, is a small to medium sized, deciduous flowering tree native to open forests and hillsides in Central America from southern Mexico to Honduras. It is found in cultivation throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.
Showy Flowers: During late winter and spring, the tree bursts into bloom with large, fluffy flowers resembling shaving brushes. These flowers come in shades of red, pink, and white, adding a pop of color to the landscape.
Plant database entry for Shaving Brush Tree (Pseudobombax ellipticum) with 20 images and 35 data details.
Also known as the Shaving Brush or Bottle Brush Tree. This can grow into a giant 60 ft tree, but can also be kept contained in a pot ~ this causes it to grow a massive caudex that resembles a tortoise shell. This is one of the best candidates in existence for large bonsai!
