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bottlebrush

Scientific Name: Callistemon

Family: Myrtaceae

Category: Dicot

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Bottlebrush (Callistemon spp.)

Bottlebrush plants, belonging to the genus Callistemon, are commonly named for their distinctive cylindrical flower spikes that resemble bottle brushes.

Common names include Bottlebrush Tree, Red Bottlebrush, Lemon Bottlebrush, and Crimson Bottlebrush.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Genus: Callistemon
  • Family: Myrtaceae

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that Callistemon should not be confused with Aesculus parviflora, a toxic Buckeye "Bottlebrush" plant containing Aesculin.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Bottlebrushes (Callistemon spp.) are noted as being among the hardiest of Australian native plants.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Callistemon species are evergreen shrubs.
  • They have aromatic, linear to lance-shaped leaves.
  • The flowers are arranged in bottlebrush-like spikes with long, colorful stamens.
  • Bottlebrush is described as a small but spectacular evergreen tree or shrub, typically growing to 10 to 15 feet tall.

Ecological Role

  • Hummingbirds and bees are attracted to the flowers.

Cultivation and Care

  • Bottlebrushes are long-lived and require minimal maintenance.

Quirky Facts

  • The text references various "bottle brushes" which are cleaning tools and equipment not associated with the living plant Callistemon.