Camp Martin Paintbrush Bonsai
NameCamp Martin Paintbrush Bonsai
Species NameCastilleja integra
Common NameCamp Martin Paintbrush
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typeunpotted
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Foliage Typeherbaceous
Height (cm)20
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynone
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesIts striking red-orange floral bracts, which are the primary visual interest, and its unusual herbaceous nature for a bonsai subject, making it an extreme cultivation challenge.
Description
A highly unusual and challenging herbaceous specimen, this Camp Martin Paintbrush features vibrant red-orange floral bracts atop slender, upright stems. Its delicate, deeply lobed foliage forms a compact base, presenting an advanced cultivation challenge due to its non-woody nature and specific environmental requirements.
