Brazilian Rain Tree
IntermediateTropical tree characterized by nyctinastic leaf movements, closing at night and in rain. Delicate pinnate leaves and white flowers. Peeling bark adds interest. Indoor management required.
Dificultad
Intermediate
Temperatura
-5〜35℃
Esperanza de vida
30+ years (as bonsai)
Tamaño
15-50cm (bonsai size)
Dieta
Fertilizer (regular)
Acerca de
Pithecellobium tortum, commonly known as the Brazilian rain tree, is a semi-evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Fabaceae, native to Brazil and other parts of South America. Its most distinctive and well-known characteristic is nyctinasty: the bipinnate leaves fold closed at night and on overcast or rainy days, opening again in sunlight — the behavior that gives the tree its common name. In bonsai, this leaf movement adds a dynamic, living quality rarely seen in other species. The delicate, finely divided pinnate leaves create a feathery texture, white flowers appear seasonally, and the trunk tends to develop a naturally twisted, tortuous form with attractive mottled bark. It is one of the most popular tropical bonsai species in Japan.
Información básica
Origen
South America (Brazil)
Esperanza de vida
30+ years (as bonsai)
Tamaño
15-50cm (bonsai size)
Temperatura
-5〜35℃
Dieta
Fertilizer (regular)
Guía de cuidado
Placement
Bright indoor spot. Minimum 15°C
Watering
Loves water. Water before completely dry. Daily misting
Styling
Utilize delicate branching. Wire to direct branch angles
Notes
Very cold-sensitive. Air conditioning drafts damage leaves
IntermediateTropicalIndoor managementSleep movement
Preguntas frecuentes de Brazilian Rain Tree
Q¿Qué tan difícil es mantener Brazilian Rain Tree?
A
Intermediate. Esta es una especie de nivel intermedio. Se recomienda algo de experiencia previa y conocimiento de gestión ambiental.
Q¿Cuál es la temperatura ideal para Brazilian Rain Tree?
A
La temperatura ideal para Brazilian Rain Tree es -5〜35℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
Q¿Cuál es la esperanza de vida de Brazilian Rain Tree?
A
La esperanza de vida promedio de Brazilian Rain Tree es 30+ years (as bonsai). Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Q¿Qué tamaño alcanza Brazilian Rain Tree?
A
Brazilian Rain Tree típicamente alcanza 15-50cm (bonsai size) como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Q¿Qué debo alimentar a Brazilian Rain Tree?
A
Brazilian Rain Tree se alimenta de: Fertilizer (regular). Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
Q¿Cuál es el precio típico de Brazilian Rain Tree?
A
El precio de Brazilian Rain Tree varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
Preguntas sobre Brazilian Rain Tree
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