Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
chrysocarpus
ID:
1330587

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cowie & Guymer

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 27: 464 (2014 publ. 2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343041





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Description

Brachychiton chrysocarpus (also called Golden-Fruited Brachychiton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sterculiaceae. It is a small shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and grows in cloud forests at elevations of 1,800–2,400 metres (5,900–7,900 ft) above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Brachychiton chrysocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachychiton chrysocarpus has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are initially green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachychiton chrysocarpus is a shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Brachychiton chrysocarpus

Brachychiton chrysocarpus can be found in the tropical rainforests of northern Australia.

Brachychiton chrysocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachychiton chrysocarpus?

Brachychiton chrysocarpus

What is the common name of Brachychiton chrysocarpus?

Golden Carpet Tree

What is the natural habitat of Brachychiton chrysocarpus?

Tropical rainforests of Australia

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,

References

Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.
Ian Donald Cowie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cowie' in the authors string.