Kurrajong Bonsai
NameKurrajong Bonsai
Species NameBrachychiton populneus
Common NameKurrajong
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)25
Container Typeceramic
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresswollen-base, smooth-bark
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)40
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive bell-shaped flowers with red streaking, characteristic swollen trunk (caudex) for water storage, making it a unique specimen for bonsai.
Description
This image captures the striking bell-shaped flower of a Kurrajong, displaying vibrant red streaking on a creamy-white and green base, with a prominent yellow stamen column. While the full bonsai specimen is not shown, a Kurrajong bonsai is typically admired for its unique flower, attractive foliage, and often a distinctive swollen trunk.
