Castanospermum australe

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Moreton Bay Chestnut

Commonly known as the Moreton Bay Chestnut, this is an evergreen tree commonly grown as an indoor plant or added to subtropical gardens. It produces lush, green foilage off upright stems. Clusters of red, peal-like flowers are borne during late spring which give rise to the chestnut-like seeds in autumn. The seeds themselves should not be eaten as they can induce stomach cramps. It can reach 15 m tall and 7 m wide, but often reaches just 1.5 m tall and 70 cm wide when grown indoors. Best results are achieved when it is grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site that is free from frost. Moreton Bay Chestnuts are commonly included in sub-tropical gardens or maintained in a container. They make for a fabulous indoor plant when they are given some space.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	15.00 m
Spread:	7.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles:	Architectural, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Moreton Bay Chestnut

Castanospermum australe Details

Commonly known as the Moreton Bay Chestnut, this is an evergreen tree commonly grown as an indoor plant or added to subtropical gardens. It produces lush, green foilage off upright stems. Clusters of red, peal-like flowers are borne during late spring which give rise to the chestnut-like seeds in autumn. The seeds themselves should not be eaten as they can induce stomach cramps. It can reach 15 m tall and 7 m wide, but often reaches just 1.5 m tall and 70 cm wide when grown indoors. Best results are achieved when it is grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site that is free from frost. Moreton Bay Chestnuts are commonly included in sub-tropical gardens or maintained in a container. They make for a fabulous indoor plant when they are given some space.