A truthfully 100% organic and usable plant might not be easier to find. However, there is a kapok tree, which every part of the plants can give ranges of benefits. But, how about the health or healing properties of the kapok fiber and tree? If you are wondering, at least these reasons will convince you how it provides a positive effect to people.

The Kapok Tree

The huge 3-meter diameter of the kapok tree is a source of many traditional remedies. In the Philippines, the cottonwood trees’ bark skin is known to have the ability to treat fever and asthma. There is also a known remedy to boost wound healing. Thus, it works the best when they are used to heal injuries and a swollen finger.

With proper remedy and making process, the tree also has a purgative property. It also serves as diuretics which are good to aid diarrhea. Most of them are made out of the barks, but there are also possible uses of root extract, leaves, and raw fruit of kapok. The root extract work to balance sugar in the body. The leaves and kapok flowers can relieve inflammation and cough.

The Fiber

While the tree itself comes with a range of benefits, the kapok fiber in general is a stellar material. The soft cottony material works the best for an organic pillow. At some point, it is knowns as a luxury. The fiber also has free chemical and non-toxic manufacturing. Thus, it is generally safer for many people. The soft goose down like fiber also aids a better sleep, which is good for people.

In general, kapok is one of the solutions of biodegradable and sustainable material. The tree has a range of traditional uses that include health remedies for asthma, diarrhea, antioxidants, wound healing, and antidiabetic. Meanwhile, fiber is a commodity of an organic and soft pillow. It is hypoallergenic and can make people sleep better.