The Kapok tree is an outstanding and emergent tree of the tropical rainforests, It can grow to a height of 50 meters or more, towering over other trees in the rainforest. I am always amazed by its roots which every tree forms different root shapes, marvelous and artistic.
Botanic name is Ceiba Pentandra, sounds perfect name for this tree. Native to South America it now has spread to the primary rainforests of West Africa, and the Southeast Asian rainforests of the Malay Peninsula, and the Indonesian archipelago.
Pohon Kapuk atau Randu adalah pohon yang luar biasa dan menjulang tinggi dari hutan hujan tropis, Pohon ini dapat tumbuh hingga ketinggian 50 meter atau lebih, menjulang di antara pohon-pohon lain di hutan hujan. Saya selalu kagum dengan akarnya yang setiap bentuk pohon membentuk akar yang berbeda, luar biasa dan artistik.
Nama Botanic adalah Ceiba Pentandra, kedengarannya sebagai nama yang sempurna untuk pohon ini. Berasal dari Amerika Selatan dan kini telah menyebar ke hutan hujan utama Afrika Barat, dan hutan hujan Asia Tenggara dari Semenanjung Melayu, dan kepulauan Indonesia.
WOW!!! I adore that tree!!!
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I am so glad you like them. the tree is often described as majestic. since it grows taller than other trees.
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It’s really amazing!
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Thank you. 🙂
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That is one awesome tree! I adore trees and live in an area with many!
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So do I. There is a similarity of our living environment in which trees are everywhere. Thank you for your visit . and I am so glad you like it. Best wishes as always.
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You’re very welcome! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Have a wonderful weekend for you and yours too.
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Thank you dear friend! -:)
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What a beautiful trunk…what are the leaves like?
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Thank you. The leaves are compound of 5 to 9 leaflets, each up to 20 cm (8 in) and palm like, same looking as cassava leaves but hardened.
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wow that tree looks so strong and full of life
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Thank you. the roots are beautiful. I adore this tree.
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unique!
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Thank you very much. 🙂
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