Basswood Bonsai
NameBasswood Bonsai
Species NameTilia americana
Common NameAmerican Basswood
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)35
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuressmooth bark (young), furrowed bark (mature)
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)50
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityunknown
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesLarge, heart-shaped leaves; fragrant flowers with a distinctive bract; attracts pollinators; excellent for larger bonsai specimens.
Description
This image displays a branch of a Basswood tree, featuring its characteristic large, serrated, heart-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant, pale yellow flowers attached to a distinctive leafy bract. While not a bonsai in this depiction, Basswood is a suitable species for bonsai cultivation, known for its vigorous growth and attractive foliage.
