Pachira Alba
A South American tree the inner bark of which furnishes a strong useful fiber, employed in the manufacture of ropes and various kinds of cordage. The petals of the flowers are covered with a soft silk...
A South American tree the inner bark of which
furnishes a strong useful fiber, employed in the manufacture of
ropes and various kinds of cordage. The petals of the flowers are
covered with a soft silky down which is used for stuffing cushions
and pillows.
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