Bottlebrush

Callistemon

Native to Australia, known for distinctive cylindrical, brush-like flowers. Evergreen leaves and adaptable to various bonsai styles.

Bottlebrush Species

Below is a comprehensive list of Bottlebrush species. While not all are suitable for bonsai, carefully review each species and its cultivars to identify ideal candidates for your bonsai project. Consider factors such as leaf size, growth habit, and adaptability to pruning when making your selection:

Callistemon citrinus

Crimson Bottlebrush

Vibrant red brush-like flowers

Callistemon viminalis

Weeping Bottlebrush

Graceful weeping habit

Callistemon rigidus

Stiff Bottlebrush

Rigid upright growth

Callistemon pallidus

Lemon Bottlebrush

Pale yellow flowers

Callistemon pityoides

Alpine Bottlebrush

Compact, frost-hardy

Callistemon macropunctatus

Red Cluster Bottlebrush

Compact growth, red flowers