Alpine calcareous potentilla
NameAlpine calcareous potentilla
Species NamePotentilla caulescens
Common NameAlpine calcareous potentilla
Bonsai Styleroot-over-rock
Estimated Age (years)10
Container TypeN/A
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk FeaturesHerbaceous stems, Multiple stems
Foliage TypeDeciduous compound leaves
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesNaturally growing in a calcareous rock crevice; adapted to high-altitude, rocky environments; delicate white flowers.
Description
This is a wild specimen of Alpine calcareous potentilla, not a cultivated bonsai. It is growing naturally in a crevice of a grey calcareous rock, displaying its characteristic palmate leaves and delicate white flowers. The plant forms a dense mat, well-adapted to its harsh alpine environment.
