Sterculia lorida seeds

Sterculia lorida is a beautiful ornamental tree with attractive pink flowers and deciduous leaves, planted in public gardens and homes, medium-sized and can reach a height of 20 meters but usually shorter, known as a tree that can withstand drought, resist frost, and grow best under full sun. Scientific name: Brachychiton discolor Family: Malvaceae Subfamily: Malvaceae Native to: Rainforests in tropical areas of Australia Other names: Pink Sterculia, Hat Tree, Red Bell, Fire Tree Propagation: By seeds. Flowers: Greenish with a hint of red, bell-shaped. Leaves: Covered with fine hairs. Height: Reaches up to 20 meters. Growing Sterculia tree seeds and environmental conditions: It is the usual and familiar method, soaking the seeds first in water, and after they become soft, placing them for some time outdoors until they dry. After drying, they are planted in the soil, preferably germinated indoors with the seed close to the surface at a reasonable depth. Soil: Light, well-drained soil, preferably slightly acidic. Watering: Ensure they are covered and watered regularly, especially in the first weeks after planting. Blooming time: This tree blooms in early summer, producing a stunning display of beautiful pink bell-shaped flowers, temporarily shedding its leaves. Then, as the flowers fade, the large green leaves with a gray underside return, creating a wonderful and distinctive appearance for the rest of the time.