Catnip Plant
NameCatnip Plant
Species NameNepeta cataria
Common NameCatnip
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeN/A (not in a bonsai container)
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem, square stem
Foliage TypeDeciduous
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable to this herbaceous species
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesAromatic leaves, known for attracting cats, and small, pale purple flowers. This species is herbaceous and not traditionally used for bonsai cultivation.
Description
This specimen is a herbaceous plant, commonly known as Catnip, not typically cultivated as a bonsai due to its non-woody stem. It features soft, green, serrated leaves and terminal spikes of small, pale lavender flowers. The plant shown is in its natural growth form, not styled as a traditional bonsai.
