Bombax Malabarica (Noun)
Meaning
East Indian silk cotton tree yielding fibers inferior to kapok.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Bombax malabarica, also known as the East Indian silk cotton tree, is a valuable source of fibers for traditional Indian crafts.
- The Bombax malabarica tree is prized for its soft, fluffy fibers, although they are not as prized as those from the kapok tree.
- In some parts of India, Bombax malabarica is used as a substitute for kapok fibers in traditional crafts.
- Bombax malabarica trees are commonly found in the tropical forests of India and Southeast Asia, and their fibers are used locally.
- The fibers of Bombax malabarica are often used to make low-cost insulation for buildings, taking advantage of their heat-resistant and fire-resistant properties.