White Silk-cotton Tree (Noun)
Meaning
Massive tropical tree with deep ridges on its massive trunk and bearing large pods of seeds covered with silky floss; source of the silky kapok fiber.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The white silk-cotton tree stood tall in the heart of the tropical forest, its massive trunk a testament to its age and strength.
- Locals would often harvest the seeds from the white silk-cotton tree to extract the silky kapok fiber used in pillows and mattresses.
- The white silk-cotton tree's deep ridges provided a unique habitat for various insects and small animals in the tropical ecosystem.
- As the seasons changed, the white silk-cotton tree would burst into bloom, its vibrant flowers a stark contrast to the dull green foliage.
- In many tropical cultures, the white silk-cotton tree is considered sacred, its massive trunk and sprawling canopy a symbol of wisdom and protection.