Brachychiton acerifolius
“Flame Tree”
TREE TO 30 METRES TALLBeautiful deciduous tree, spectacular display of red flowers in Spring & ornamental light green foliage. Nectar & seeds attract birds. Host to Tailed Emperor butterfly. Seeds are bush tucker after roasting & pounding. Hardy in most situations.
Suitability | |
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Category | Tall Trees: 10m & Over |
Family | Malvaceae |
Aspect | Full Shade / Filtered Sun |
Soil | Adaptable, Moist, Well-drained |
Habitat | Sub-Tropical Rainforest |
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Localities | |
Cubberla Creek, Ipswich area, Logan City, Pine Rivers, Sunshine Coast district |