Australian Pine Slanting Bonsai
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NameAustralian Pine Slanting Bonsai
Species NameCasuarina equisetifolia
Common NameAustralian Pine
Bonsai Styleslanting
Estimated Age (years)90
Container Typeunglazed ceramic rectangular pot
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresdeadwood, twisted, thick, slanting
Foliage Typeneedle-like
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Notable FeaturesFeatures extensive natural deadwood (jin and shari) along its powerful slanting trunk, displayed at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival.
Description
This mature Australian Pine bonsai features a dramatic slanting trunk with prominent deadwood, showcasing its age and resilience. Its dense, needle-like foliage forms a well-defined canopy, complementing the powerful movement of the trunk. The tree has been in training for 13 years.
