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Silk Floss Tree (Chorisia Speciosa)
Chorisia Speciosa
Rs 6,000
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Few trees rival the visual drama of Silk Floss Tree, whose pink blossoms in fall create an unforgettable canopy of colour. It reaches a commanding height of 35 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Native to South America, it is well-adapted to Pakistan’s climate and grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan.
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Plant Characteristics
Botanical Name
Chorisia Speciosa
Sunlight
Full Sun
Foliage
Deciduous
Flower Colour
Pink
Plant Type
Tree
Mature Height
35 ft
Description
Silk Floss Tree (Chorisia Speciosa), is native to South America, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its pink flowers that appear in fall, this tree is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 35 ft at maturity, making it an ideal choice for large gardens and open spaces.
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Exercise caution around pets and small children
- Placement: Outdoor
- Propagation: Seed
How to Propagate Silk Floss Tree
Propagated from seed collected from mature pods and sown in warm, well-drained soil.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant grows well across most of Pakistan, from Karachi to Islamabad and Peshawar. However, it may need winter protection in the colder highland regions of Quetta, Swat, and the northern areas.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Silk Floss Tree?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Silk Floss Tree is an excellent choice because it provides generous natural shade for outdoor living spaces.
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Pink
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Fall
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Placement
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Caution
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative, Shade
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
Where Silk Floss Tree grows in Pakistan
Well-suited to these cities
BahawalpurFaisalabadGujranwalaHyderabadIslamabadKarachiLahoreMardanMultanPeshawarRahim Yar KhanRawalpindiSialkotSukkur
Frequently Asked Questions
How many years does Silk Floss Tree take to reach full size?
Silk Floss Tree is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 35 ft at maturity. In Pakistan’s warm climate, expect rapid growth of 2-3 ft per year under good conditions. It typically reaches its full potential within 5-7 years.
Is Silk Floss Tree safe around cats, dogs, and small children?
While Silk Floss Tree is not classified as highly toxic, it is best to exercise caution and keep it away from pets and small children who might chew on the leaves. Contact with sap may cause mild skin irritation in some cases.
What is the ideal watering schedule for Silk Floss Tree?
Silk Floss Tree needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
When does Silk Floss Tree bloom in Pakistan?
Silk Floss Tree blooms in fall, producing pink flowers.
What kind of light exposure is best for Silk Floss Tree?
Silk Floss Tree grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
Buy Silk Floss Tree online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
