25 Seeds The  Flame bottle Tree, also known as Brachychiton acerifolius, is a native tree species to eastern Australia that is often grown as an ornamental tree for its stunning display of red flowers. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall and has a broad, spreading canopy with leaves that resemble the shape of a hand. Each leaf has 5 to 7 leaflets that are around 5-15 cm long and 3-10 cm wide.In the spring and summer months, the Illawarra Flame Tree produces large clusters of bright red flowers that can cover the entire canopy of the tree, creating a spectacular display. Each flower is around 4-5 cm long and has five petals.The Illawarra Flame Tree is a hardy tree that is drought-tolerant once established and can grow in a wide range of soil types, making it a popular choice for landscaping in hot and dry regions.