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Queensland Bottle Tree
Scientific Name: Brachychiton rupestris (Lindl.) K. Schum.
Family: Sterculiaceae

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 12-13 USDA: 9-12 Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 20° F (-7° C) for short periods of time Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Australia (southeastern Queensland) Growth Habits: Drought deciduous caudiciform tree, rapidly up to 30 feet tall (9 m), trunk up to 5 feet in diameter (1.5 m) Watering Needs: Moderate to little water, needs good drainage Propagation: Seeds

Blooming Habits:
The Queensland Bottle Tree has bell shaped, yellowish flowers in early summer. It grows rapidly if it gets enough water and fertilizer.