Bonpland's Croton
NameBonpland's Croton
Species NameCroton bonplandianus
Common NameBonpland's Croton
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)5
Container Typenone
Geographic Originsouth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresmulti-stemmed, slender
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot visible
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant small white flowers in racemes; elongated leaves with some yellowing or variegation.
Description
This specimen is a shrubby plant characterized by its elongated green leaves, some of which display distinct yellow variegation or chlorosis. It features numerous small, white, star-shaped flowers densely arranged in upright racemes, indicating it is currently in bloom. The plant appears to be growing in a natural, uncultivated environment.
