Chinese Elm Penjing with Rocks
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NameChinese Elm Penjing with Rocks
Species NameUlmus parvifolia
Common NameChinese Elm
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)70
Container Typeshallow ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuressingle trunk, good taper, curving, mature bark
Foliage Typedeciduous broadleaf
Height (cm)75
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesIntegration of natural rocks within the pot, creating a detailed penjing scene; dense, finely ramified foliage pads; presented on a moss-covered stone pedestal.
Description
This mature Chinese Elm bonsai features a gracefully curving trunk and dense, well-ramified foliage pads. It is presented in a shallow pot with carefully placed rocks, creating a harmonious miniature landscape typical of penjing. The tree exhibits excellent nebari and a refined structure.
