Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
bidwillii
ID:
570911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 85: t. 5133 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570243



Common Names

  • Bottle Tree
  • Bidwill's Bottle Tree
  • Queensland Bottle Tree


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Synonyms

  • Sterculia bidwillii (Hook.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Clompanus bidwillii (Hook.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brachychiton bidwillii (also called Bidwill's Kurrajong, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that is native to Australia. It has large, oval leaves and produces small white flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brachychiton bidwillii is a tree that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a shade tree and can be used to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachychiton bidwillii is a bell-shaped, creamy white to yellowish-green in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachychiton bidwillii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil in partial shade. It can tolerate full sun, but may require more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Brachychiton bidwillii

Brachychiton bidwillii can be found in Australia.

Brachychiton bidwillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachychiton bidwillii?

Brachychiton bidwillii

What type of plant is Brachychiton bidwillii?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Brachychiton bidwillii?

Woodland

Species in the Brachychiton genus

Brachychiton acerifolius, Brachychiton acuminatus, Brachychiton albidus, Brachychiton allochrous, Brachychiton australis, Brachychiton bidwillii, Brachychiton carneus, Brachychiton carruthersii, Brachychiton chillagoensis, Brachychiton collinus, Brachychiton compactus, Brachychiton discolor, Brachychiton diversifolius, Brachychiton excellens, Brachychiton fitzgeraldianus, Brachychiton garrawayae, Brachychiton grandiflorus, Brachychiton gregorii, Brachychiton hirtellus, Brachychiton incanus, Brachychiton incarnatus, Brachychiton megaphyllus, Brachychiton muellerianus, Brachychiton multicaulis, Brachychiton obtusilobus, Brachychiton paradoxus, Brachychiton populneus, Brachychiton rupestris, Brachychiton spectabilis, Brachychiton tridentatus, Brachychiton tuberculatus, Brachychiton turgidulus, Brachychiton velutinosus, Brachychiton vinicolor, Brachychiton viridiflorus, Brachychiton viscidulus, Brachychiton vitifolius, Brachychiton xanthophyllus, Brachychiton chrysocarpus,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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