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Brachychiton multicaulis

Brachychiton multicaulis Guymer
Brachychiton multicaulis
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Brachychiton multicaulis is a tree species in the Malvaceae family, native to the Northern Territory of Australia. It was first described in 1988 by Gordon Guymer.

Description

Brachychiton multicaulis is a member of the genus Brachychiton and is part of the Malvaceae family. This tree is indigenous to the Northern Territory in Australia. The species was formally described in 1988 by botanist Gordon Guymer, who provided its scientific classification. The genus Brachychiton includes several tree species commonly known as bottle trees, characterized by their swollen trunks and broad leaves. Brachychiton multicaulis is distinguished by its specific morphological traits and geographic distribution. As a native species of northern Australia, it contributes to the biodiversity of the region and is adapted to the local environmental conditions.

Distribution

Northern Territory

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