California Jointfir Bonsai
NameCalifornia Jointfir Bonsai
Species NameEphedra californica
Common NameCalifornia Jointfir
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)20
Container Typebonsai pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuressegmented stems
Foliage Typereduced scale-like leaves, photosynthetic stems
Height (cm)40
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityundetermined
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive segmented green stems, prominent strobili, and adaptation to arid environments.
Description
This specimen of California Jointfir (Ephedra californica) displays numerous segmented green stems with prominent, light brown, bud-like strobili. These reproductive structures are characteristic of the Ephedra genus, indicating a healthy and actively growing plant. The unique jointed stems are a defining feature of this species.
