Bottle Tree, Lacebark Kurrajong
Scientific Name: Brachychiton populneus (Schott & Endl.) R. Br.
Synonym: Brachychiton diversifolius, Poecilodermis populnea, Sterculia diversifolia
Family: Sterculiaceae
Sunset®: 11-24
USDA: 9b-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 20°F (-6°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Australia
Growth Habits: Evergreen tree, up to 40 feet (12 m), 30 feet spread (9 m)
Watering Needs: Little water once established, well drained, slightly acidic soil.
Propagation: Seeds
The Bottle Tree is sensitive to Texas root rot.
Blooming Habits:
Bell shaped cream flowers spotted inside are produced in masses in late spring. They are followed followed by brown pods containing the seeds. The seeds are covered of stiff hair that penetrate the skin like glochids (the prickly pears small spines). They should be handled with caution.
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