The Brazilian Rain Tree (Pithecellobium tortum) is one of the most beloved species in tropical bonsai — gorgeous, vibrant compound foliage that folds closed at night and when it rains, a trunk that flutes as it matures, and naturally exfoliating bark. Very hardy and fast growing, it shines in African-style flat-top designs as well as many other styles.
One-of-a-kind tree: the bonsai pictured is the exact tree you will receive, professionally styled by the Bonsai Bar team and planted in a 6" blue glazed Lotus pot.
If you have any questions about your tree, reach out to us for a Treeiage call and our horticulture team is happy to help.
Shipping & Arrival
To ensure safe delivery, we prefer to ship trees between Monday and Wednesday at the latest, so your bonsai is never caught in an accidental weekend delay. Some leaf drop during shipment is completely normal. If leaves drop in transit, place your tree in a very sunny spot and water only once the topsoil has dried out — take care not to overwater while the tree has few or no leaves.
Care Guide
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Light: Full to partial sun (moderate to high light)
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Placement: Indoor or outdoor
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Water: Moderate — keep evenly watered
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Fertilizer: Moderate feeding through the growing season
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Temperature: Tropical tree — keep away from freezing temperatures
Specifications
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Botanical name: Pithecellobium tortum
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Plant characteristics: Tropical evergreen, flowering
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Tree dimensions: approx. 12" × 10" × 16"
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Pot: 6" blue glazed Lotus pot
