Black Tupelo Bonsai
NameBlack Tupelo Bonsai
Species NameNyssa sylvatica
Common NameBlack Tupelo
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)30
Container TypeNot visible
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featurestextured bark, taper
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot visible
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesExcellent fall color (reds, oranges, purples), attractive furrowed bark that develops with age, small clusters of flowers followed by dark blue drupes.
Description
This image displays the vibrant green, ovate leaves and developing greenish-yellow flower clusters of a Black Tupelo tree. While the image itself is a close-up of a branch and not a bonsai specimen, Black Tupelo is a highly regarded species for bonsai cultivation, known for its brilliant fall foliage and distinctive bark. This healthy growth suggests a good candidate for future bonsai training.
