Queensland Bottle Tree Start | Brachychiton rupestris

Brachychiton rupestris, commonly known as the Queensland Bottle Tree, is a distinctive Australian native renowned for its unique, swollen trunk and drought-tolerant nature. This species features a thick, bottle-shaped trunk with dark gray bark and glossy green leaves that are alternately arranged along the stems. It produces cream-colored flowers with red markings from September to November. In its native habitat, the Queensland Bottle Tree can reach heights of up to 100 feet (30 meters), with a trunk diameter of up to 11.5 feet (3.5 meters) at breast height. However, in cultivation, especially in temperate climates, it typically grows to about 15 feet (4.5 meters) in 15 years. This tree thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils with moderate to low irrigation, exhibiting drought tolerance once established. It is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 12, withstanding short-duration temperatures down to 18-20°F (-8 to -6°C).

You will receive a plant similar to the one pictured, it is a fully rooted plant. Shipping will be via USPS Priority Mail within the United States and its outlying territories ONLY.  We do not ship internationally.

4-inch items may or may not be shipped within their nursery pots. We pack our products by hand and take great care to ensure they arrive at their final destination safely. Upon receiving your plants, make sure to remove them from their packaging immediately, repot them using dry soil, and provide ample sunlight.  Water as needed, making sure to water again only when the soil is completely dry. Succulents are very hardy and will rebound easily with proper care.