Bombax ceiba

Name: Bombax ceiba
Brand: SeedsCart
SKU: SC-146
Price: 399.0 INR
Availability: InStock

Non-GMOUse_Afforestation

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Weight

Mature Batch — Still Plantable · Older batch — still plantable with proper pre-treatment

Why is this approximate?

Freshness status shown above is an approximate estimate derived from this species' typical collection period and reported seed longevity. It does not reflect verified testing of this specific batch and should be treated as general guidance only.

Seed germination is a biological process dependent on multiple variables outside our control, including but not limited to storage conditions prior to and following purchase, sowing technique, soil composition and drainage, ambient and soil temperature, humidity, light exposure, and watering practices. Even under optimal growing conditions and correct pre-treatment, no seed lot can be guaranteed to achieve 100% germination, and natural variation in individual seed viability is expected. SeedsCart does not guarantee germination outcomes and is not liable for germination failure arising from growing conditions, handling, or environmental factors beyond the point of sale.

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Bombax ceiba (R ed silk-cotton tree) is a medicinal tree species sourced from Indian natural stands, suited for reforestation, agroforestry, and social forestry.

Botanical Synonyms	Salmalia malabarica
Common Names	R ed silk-cotton tree
Plant Form	Medicinal Tree
Seeds per kg (approx.)	21430-38500
Collection Period	April - May
Germination	14-75%
Seed Longevity	1-2 years
Seed Treatment	Not Required.

Growing & Establishment

Tree seeds vary widely in their germination requirements. Many Indian hardwood species benefit from pre-sowing treatment — soaking for 12–24 hours, mechanical scarification, or brief hot water treatment to break seed coat dormancy. Polybag nursery raising is the standard method for most plantation species in India. Field transplanting is best timed to coincide with the onset of the monsoon for maximum survival.

Use in India

India's National Afforestation Programme, state forest departments, and private agroforestry initiatives use millions of tree seedlings annually for reforestation, social forestry, and watershed restoration. Native tree species are preferred for ecological projects, carbon sequestration, and farm forestry under national agroforestry schemes.

SeedsCart has supplied tree seeds to nurseries, forest departments, NGOs, plantation companies, and agroforestry projects across India for over 30 years. Seeds are collected from certified natural stands, germination-tested before dispatch, and available in bulk quantities for institutional and commercial buyers. We ship internationally.

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Product Specifications

Name	Bombax ceiba
Category	Tree Seeds
Country of Origin	India
Net Quantity	100g / 250g / 500g / 1kg (as per variant selected)
Marketed by	Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand
Manufactured by	Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand
MRP	399.00 (Incl. of all taxes)
Customer Support	Email: support@seedscart.in Call: '+91-7455025717

Germination Guide

Typical germination time 7-15 days

Pre-Treatment

Soak seed in warm water for 12-24 hours before sowing to soften the seed coat. Freshness matters more than treatment technique for this species — seed collected in April reportedly failed to germinate if sowing was delayed into May-June, so use seed promptly after purchase.

Pre-Germination Prep

Use a well-drained, fertile mix. This species is frost-sensitive, with seedling dieback reported in cool conditions, so timing and site matter if grown somewhere with cool winters.

Sowing

Sow 0.5-1cm deep in nursery beds or polybags, spaced about 5cm apart if using drill rows.

Post-Care & Growing On

Keep evenly moist without waterlogging, in full sun. Germination is fast with fresh, treated seed — commonly 7-15 days, and trials recorded up to 95% germination under good conditions. Transplant seedlings once they reach 10-15cm.

Tips

Use fresh seed and sow promptly — delaying sowing after collection measurably hurts germination for this species Frost-sensitive at the seedling stage; not ideal for very cool climates without protection A fast, reliable germinator with fresh seed — up to 95% germination recorded in trials with proper treatment

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