Crimson Bottlebrush, Costa Rica


🔍 Crimson Bottlebrush | Callistemon citrinus 🪴

📍 Seen in Heredia, Costa Rica 🇨🇷

💬 The wood of this plant, native to Australia, is used for tool handles, small objects, or even as fuel. The plant’s Latin name reflects its two main attractions: Callistemon (beautiful stamens) and citrinus (citrus scent).

Also Known as:

Common red bottlebrush, Lemon bottlebrush, Scarlet bottlebrush, Bottlebrush tree

Plant Type:

Shrub

Lifespan:

Perennial

Ultimate Height:

1 to 5 m

Ultimate Spread:

2.5 m

Native Habitat:

Australia

Published by Carlos Morales

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