Pachira trinitensis
Also known as: Bombacopsis pachiroides Pittier +3 more
- Bombacopsis pachiroides Pittier
- Bombacopsis trinitensis (Urb.) A.Robyns
- Pochota trinitensis (Urb.) Steyerm. & W.D.Stevens
- Rhodognaphalopsis trinitensis (Urb.) Steyerm. & W.D.Stevens
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Malvaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Naturally occurring in South America, Pachira trinitensis is a tree belonging to the Malvaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Peru, Venezuela
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Trinidad-Tobago
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms