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Brachychiton rupestris /Queensland Bottle Tree, Bottle Tree
Typical foliage of the Narrow-leaf Bottle Tree
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Typical foliage of the Narrow-leaf Bottle Tree
Relatively young tree in a southern California botanical garden
Close view of the foliage
Relatively young tree just before swelling begins to show on the tree
Close view of the narrow, glossy foliage
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Scientific Name:
Brachychiton rupestris
Common Name:
Queensland Bottle Tree, Bottle Tree
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
9, 10
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Height:
30-50 feet
Spread:
20- 30 feet
Flower color:
Yellow
Fruit color:
Brown
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
This tree is native to Queensland, Australia and is noted for it swollen trunks which give rise to its common name. It is a drought-tolerant tree, using its swollen trunk to store water. Foliage is quite variable in shape. Clusters of yellow, bell-shaped flowers are hidden within the foliage as are the boat-shaped fruit which follow flowering. The bottle-shaped trunks are not very visible until the tree is about fifteen years old. Best suited for temperate subtropical and tropical climates.