Shaving Brush Tree

Pseudobombax ellipticum

Basics

Plant Type :Tree
Hardiness Range : Minimum :10.5
Maximum :11
Zone : 10,11

Height Range : Minimum :609.6
Maximum :762

Spread Range : Minimum :609.6
Maximum :762

Growth Range :Fast growth rate

Shape : Rounded, Spreading or horizontal

Exposure (light) : Full sun

Wetness Tolerance : Dry
Persistnece : Broadleaf, Deciduous
Leaf Color : Green

Fall Color : No change in color, Not showy

Bloom

Color : Red
Time : Early spring, Mid spring, Late spring, Early winter, Mid winter, Late winter

Fruit Color : Unknown
Attribute : Blooms are very showy

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :Medium salt tolerance
Environment :Tolerates moderate drought
Soil Condition :Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Slightly alkaline, Well drained