Botanical Name: Common Names:
Brachychiton rupestris Syn Delabechea rupestris, Brachychiton rupestre, Queensland Bottle Tree, Narrow Leaved Bottle Tree,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Irregular Shape, Open Canopy, Upright
Description:
Unique ornamental feature tree with a distinctive trunk. Native to northern Australia a tough drought drought tolerant tree that stores water within the trunk giving it the swollen shape that starts to show after about 5-8 years of age. Tolerant to a range of dramatic climate conditions, the tree will drop its leaves before it sets flowering. A significant tree in aboriginal culture with many uses. Can be used as a effective bonsai specimen.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 4-10m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Bush Tucker, Coastal Garden, Erosion Control, Feature, Indoor Plant, Low Water Garden, Park And Gardens, Playgrounds, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot, Native Garden, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Sterculiaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Yellow, Red
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low, Medium / Moderate
Drought: High
Frost: Moderate
Wind: High
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