Ancient Japanese Zelkova Bonsai
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NameAncient Japanese Zelkova Bonsai
Species NameZelkova serrata
Common NameJapanese Zelkova
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)180
Container Typeceramic bonsai pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresgnarled, thick, deeply fissured bark, hollows (uro), excellent taper
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)85
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesThe most striking feature is the incredibly old, gnarled, and hollowed trunk with its deeply fissured, light grey bark, which conveys immense age and character. The fine ramification of the bare branches also highlights the tree's advanced development.
Description
This ancient Japanese Zelkova bonsai features an exceptionally thick, gnarled trunk with deeply fissured, light grey bark and prominent natural hollows (uro). Its intricate, fine branching structure, currently bare, showcases centuries of meticulous cultivation and refinement. The tree exudes a powerful, aged presence, rooted firmly with an excellent nebari.
