Also known as Silk Floss Tree · 0 saves
Ceiba
Ceiba, the genus most gardeners know as silk floss tree. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Ceiba varieties
Species of Ceiba
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Ceiba in Sow
Save the Ceiba you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Ceiba questions
How many types of Ceiba are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Ceiba varieties. The most popular — ranked by 0 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Ceiba grow in?
Across its varieties, Ceiba covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Ceiba bloom?
Most Ceiba varieties bloom in late fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Ceiba should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.