Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
carneus
ID:
570913

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guymer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 1: 315 (1988 publ. 1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570245



Common Names

  • Red Kurrajong
  • Red Bottle Tree
  • Carneus Kurrajong


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Brachychiton carneus 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 carneus 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 carneus 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 carneus

Brachychiton carneus can be found in Australia.

Brachychiton carneus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachychiton carneus?

Brachychiton carneus

What type of plant is Brachychiton carneus?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Brachychiton carneus?

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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