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Gyrocarpus jacquini, Gyrocarpus americanus Family: Hermandiaceae Propellerbaum, Whirly Whirly Tree Burl, Stinkwood, Helicopter Tree, Shitwood Origin: Asia This plant will make a showy bonsai with maple-like leaves. Swallen caudex is actually a lower stem. An interesting one-seeded winged fruit that spins as it falls through the air. It grows in a well drained soil with some water and lots of sun. It can be reproduced by seeds and probably by cuttings. Link to this plant: http://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/gyrocarpus_jacquini.htm