Brachychiton rupestris – The Iconic Queensland Bottle Tree 130mm

Queensland Bottle Tree (Brachychiton rupestris) 🌿
An iconic Australian native with bold character and unbeatable resilience

Queensland Bottle Tree, botanically known as Brachychiton rupestris, is an Australian native tree recognised for its swollen trunk and upright growth. It can be grown in pots when young or planted outdoors in suitable climates.

Description

This plant develops a thickened trunk that stores water, giving it its distinctive bottle-like shape. It produces narrow green leaves and grows upright over time, eventually forming a larger tree in the ground.

It is often chosen for its drought tolerance and unique form. When grown in pots, it remains more compact, making it suitable for patios or as a feature plant while young.

Want your succulent with a pot?

This has been grown in a 130mm nursery pot, so that size is a good guide if you’re picking a pot for home. We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!

Care

Light
Prefers full sun to bright light.

Watering
Water moderately and allow soil to dry between waterings once established.

Soil
Use a well-draining soil mix.

Climate
Suitable for warm Australian climates. Protect young plants from frost.

Good to know

Growth can be slow in pots but increases when planted in the ground.

FAQ

Can this be grown in a pot long term?
Yes, when young it can grow in pots, though it may eventually require more space.

Is it drought tolerant?
Once established, it can handle dry conditions better than many plants.

The first two photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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