Alpine Blue-sow-thistle
NameAlpine Blue-sow-thistle
Species NameCicerbita alpina
Common NameAlpine Blue-sow-thistle
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeN/A
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem, flowering stalk
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant purple-blue flower spikes and robust herbaceous growth typical of its alpine habitat.
Description
This image displays a wild specimen of Alpine Blue-sow-thistle, a herbaceous perennial plant found in alpine meadows. It is characterized by its tall, unbranched stems topped with dense clusters of vibrant purple-blue flowers. This is not a cultivated bonsai specimen.
