Bixaceae

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Australian Kapok Tree

Classification: Bixaceae - Cochlospermum - fraseri

A small deciduous tree that grows in rocky areas across northern Australia. Lobed leaves fall from the tree during the dry season so that the bright yellow flowers are easily seen.

Updated: 03 Nov 2017

Wild Kapok

Classification: Bixaceae - Cochlospermum - gillivraei

Brilliant yellow flowers are a standout on this small tree to about 5meteres tall. Flowers occur when the tree bare - it is deciduous in the dry season (ie winter months). Smooth grey bark.

Updated: 11 Aug 2014

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