Brachychiton | Rupestris

: Small, bell-shaped cream or yellowish flowers with red markings appear in clusters. These are followed by woody seed pods containing seeds covered in irritating fine hairs that can cause skin discomfort. Growth & Development

The , commonly known as the Queensland Bottle Tree or narrow-leaved bottle tree, is an iconic Australian succulent tree prized for its sculptural, bulbous trunk. Native to Queensland, it is uniquely adapted to survive extreme drought by storing water within its massive trunk, which can reach a diameter of up to 3.5 meters (11 feet). Botanical Profile Scientific Name : Brachychiton rupestris . Family : Malvaceae. brachychiton rupestris

: In its natural habitat, it typically grows between 10 to 25 meters (33–82 feet) tall. In garden settings, it may remain more compact, often around 5 to 15 meters. : Small, bell-shaped cream or yellowish flowers with