Pseudobombax ellipticum
 Pseudobombax ellipticum is a species of plant in the Malvaceae family subfamily Bombacoideae. Common names include Shaving Brush Tree. P. ellipticum is native to southern Mexico El Salvador Guatemala and Honduras.Pseudobombax elipticum is a tree that can reach 18 m (60 ft) in height and 1.3 m (4 ft) d.b.h. Its branches are close to the base of the stem. It is a deciduous tree with succulent stems. Uses include firewood and wood for carving handicrafts.