Blunt Greenhood
NameBlunt Greenhood
Species NamePterostylis curta
Common NameBlunt Greenhood
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)3
Container Typenatural ground
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresslender stem
Foliage Typeorchid leaves
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynone
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive hooded flower with prominent green and white stripes; terrestrial orchid species.
Description
This specimen is a Blunt Greenhood orchid (Pterostylis curta), characterized by its unique hooded flower with green and white stripes. Although not a traditional bonsai, its single stem presents an upright form. The plant is depicted in its natural growing environment.
