The Ceiba pentandra, commonly known as the Samaúma or Kapok tree, can grow to impressive heights. It can reach 60 to 70 meters (about 200 to 230 feet) in height, with some rare individuals exceeding 75 meters (246 feet). Its trunk can have a diameter of 2 to 3 meters (6 to 10 feet) or more at the base, often featuring large, buttress roots that help support its massive size. These trees are among the largest in the Amazon rainforest and play a key role in indigenous cultures, often considered sa