The Power Of Kapuk

 

The Kapuk fibers come from fruit pods that grow on trees. It is non-food crop and a natural wax-coating protects its fibers from insects. Hence there is no need for the use of pesticides. In addition, there is absolutely no need for fertilizers or any other chemicals to foster its growth. The trees grow in tropical and sub-topical regions, where the heavy rainfall and rich ground water are sufficient for its prosperous development – no additional irrigation is required. Rain forests are ample in all the trees need. That’s the beauty of Kapuk – it only grows organic! And it only uses natural resources provided by Mother Nature. Not only Kapuk has no negative impact on the environment, but also it provides more biodiversity and fresh air.

There are even more benefits of Kapuk. It can also grow on hills, which reduces the use of agricultural flat land that is needed for food production. It can grow in acidic soil, as well as on the ground with a very thin layer of soil. The Kapuk trees are mainly found in the wild but there are a few plantations, where trees are planted in soil of only 40-50 cm deep. Kapuk thrives where no other tree can survive! It is easy for Kapuk to prosper in such shallow soil due to its extensive roots that spread even above the ground.

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