HEIGHT up to 33 ft (10 m)
TYPE Deciduous
OCCURRENCE India, Myanmar, Thailand
Mostly found in dry monsoon areas, this small tree is also known as the buttercup tree. It is cultivated within its region for its abundant single yellow flowers, but it is uncommon outside its natural habitat. BARK Creamy gray and smooth. LEAF Alternate, palmate, with 3–5 divided lobes, softly hairy below, wavy margins. FLOWER Large, borne in terminal inflorescences on bare branches, with numerous stamens. FRUIT Large open capsule, with woolly seeds.
