Brachychiton Acerifolius "Illawarra FlameTree" Seeds
BRACHYCHITON ACERIFOLIUS
“Illawarra Flame Tree”
Family: Malvaceae
Ideal sowing temp: 18-22C
Position: Sunny
Preparation: Soak in boiling water for 30 seconds and then in lukewarm water overnight. Re-treat any seeds that have not swollen before sowing.
Sowing: 5mm deep. Warm, shaded or semi-shaded; Well Drained.
Care: Keep moist but not wet. Do not allow spoil to dry out completely.
Sprouting: 10-21 days.
The Illawarra Flame Tree is easily identifiable by its characteristic 'flame'-like red flowers and tough and leathery seed pods that open to reveal rows of bright golden seeds. The fibre from the bark was used to produce twine for the making of fishing nets. Twine was also made from the bark.
These seeds are edible and quite nutritious but should be roasted before eating. Care must be taken when removing them from the fibrous material which surrounds them as it can be quite irritating. The seeds can also be used to make a beverage similar to coffee. The tubers of young trees were also eaten.
The Chakra Garden cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants.
Always seek advice from a professional before eating or using a plant medicinally.
*****Please note: These are seeds and NOT plants!! Quarantine restrictions and inspection fees prohibit the sale of these seeds to Western Australia and Internationally.
