Brazilian Rain Tree II - 'Pithecellobium tortum'

The Brazilian rain tree is a hardwood legume that goes by the Latin name Pithecellobium tortum. Like most of its relatives this tree has compound leaves, hard wood and is very spiny. Easy indoor care makes this interesting rainforest tree a great bonsai for beginners.

The Brazilian Rain Tree has delicate branches featuring tiny light-green compound leaves and spines.  The leaves fold up at night or in subdued light and unfolds in the morning light.  It has attractive flowers that appear as fragrant white puffy blossoms.