trumpetwood
/ˈtrʌmpɪtˌwʊd/
noun
- A tropical American tree (Cecropia peltata) with hollow branches and large leaves, or its lightweight wood.
- The trumpetwood tree grows quickly in the rainforest and provides food for sloths.
- Local artisans use trumpetwood to make lightweight furniture.
- The hollow stems of trumpetwood are sometimes used to make musical instruments.