African Baobab (Adansonia digitata)
NameAfrican Baobab (Adansonia digitata)
Species NameAdansonia digitata
Common NameAfrican Baobab
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1000
Container Typenone
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresswollen base, thick bark, gnarled, tapering
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)1800
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesIconic bottle-shaped trunk; massive, ancient appearance; characteristic of the African savanna landscape.
Description
This magnificent African Baobab, though a full-sized specimen, exhibits features highly prized in bonsai, including its dramatically swollen, ancient trunk and robust, spreading branch structure. Its deeply textured bark and powerful nebari convey immense age and resilience, making it a compelling subject for advanced cultivation.
