{"product_id":"nasiona-drzewa-butelkowego-brachychiton-rupestris","title":"Bottle Tree Seeds - Brachychiton Rupestris","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eBrachychiton rupestris\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bottle Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eBrachychiton rupestris\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong\u003eQueensland bottle tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an Australian species from the mallow family (Malvaceae), recognizable by its \u003cstrong\u003edistinctively swollen, bottle-shaped trunk\u003c\/strong\u003e. This pachycaul trunk stores water and can reach up to 3.5 m in diameter, making the species one of the most striking caudiciform trees in collector cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eForm and Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn nature, the tree reaches 10–25 m in height, but the characteristic bottle shape appears only after \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. The species shows interesting \u003cstrong\u003eleaf dimorphism\u003c\/strong\u003e: young plants have narrow, deeply lobed leaves, while mature ones have simple, lanceolate leaves. Creamy-yellow, bell-shaped flowers with purple markings appear on older specimens. This is a semi-deciduous, long-lived tree that is exceptionally resistant to transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eFor an exotic plant, the species is \u003cstrong\u003erelatively cold-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e – mature specimens can withstand short drops to about -7°C, corresponding to \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zone 9\u003c\/strong\u003e; young plants are more sensitive. As a succulent plant, it requires \u003cstrong\u003every good drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e and a permeable, mineral substrate. It tolerates drought – the main threat is overwatering and rot. It prefers full sun. In temperate climates, it is grown in pots and kept in a bright, cool room during winter with greatly reduced watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe bottle tree is a classic choice for lovers of \u003cstrong\u003ecaudiciform plants and bonsai\u003c\/strong\u003e – the thickening trunk naturally lends itself to forms with a distinctive shape. It works well as an impressive potted and indoor plant. It germinates easily, making it a rewarding species even for less experienced growers, although the \"bottle\" shape takes several years to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e seeds in pods are surrounded by irritating hairs – gloves are recommended when handling raw material. Seeds offered in the shop are cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/poradnik-wysiewu\"\u003eSee our guide to sowing exotic plant seeds.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":53523839648072,"sku":"2549","price":24.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":53523844596040,"sku":"2550","price":45.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":53523844628808,"sku":"2551","price":199.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":53523844661576,"sku":"2552","price":380.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/0005-6476685826611590079.jpg?v=1784106233","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-drzewa-butelkowego-brachychiton-rupestris","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}