Ochroma pyramidale, commonly known as the balsa tree, is a large, fast-growing tree native to the Americas. It is the sole member of the genus Ochroma. [1] The tree is famous for its wide …

Balsa trees grow incredibly rapidly, reaching nearly 30 metres in under 15 years, but rarely live beyond 35 years. Valued across the world for its strong but light wood, the balsa tree is native …

Jun 10, 2021 · Balsa trees grow naturally in the humid rainforests of Central and South America as well as in tropical seasonal thorn forests there. Its natural range extends from southern …

Balsa, (Ochroma pyramidale), fast-growing tropical tree in the mallow family (Malvaceae), noted for its extremely lightweight and light-coloured wood. Balsa can be found from southern …

The Balsa tree, scientifically known as Ochroma pyramidale, is an incredibly fast-growing, deciduous tree native to Central and South America. It is a member of the Malvaceae family, …

Jan 20, 2024 · Balsa wood trees, scientifically known as Ochroma pyramidale, are indigenous to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. These towering giants thrive in the warm …

Usually found at lower elevations especially on bottom land soils along streams; also in clearings and cutover forests. Cultivated in plantations. The Tree: Native trees are 60 to 90 ft high and …

Aug 2, 2024 · Key Features of the Balsa Tree: Scientific Name: Ochroma pyramidale; Common Names: Balsa tree, balsa wood tree; Family: Malvaceae; Growth Habit: Fast-growing tree, can …

Ochroma is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae, containing the sole species Ochroma pyramidale, commonly known as the balsa tree. It is a large, fast-growing …

Balsa is the common name for a fast-growing, tropical American tree, Ochroma pyramidale (synonym O. lagopus), characterized by soft and light wood.