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Flame Tree

Brachychiton Acerifolius

Photo by Christiane
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Description:

Details:
- Height: 15-20m
- Width: 10-15m
- Full Sun
- Spring or Summer
- Bird Attracting

Habitat:

Large deciduous Australian native tree with spectacular red flowers seen when the tree has no leaves. Foliage is also attractive, glossy and 3-7 lobed. Tree attracts insects eating birds and butterflies

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Brachychiton acerifolius

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Comments (2)
ceherzog
This tree grows well in Florida, USA....as do many Australian species. It is awesome.

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PublishedApril 18, 2011

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