Coast Cholla Bonsai
NameCoast Cholla Bonsai
Species NameCylindropuntia prolifera
Common NameCoast Cholla
Bonsai Styleforest
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuressegmented, spiny, succulent
Foliage Typespiny segments
Height (cm)35
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityundeveloped
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant pink flower, dense covering of sharp spines, segmented stems, and visible fruits.
Description
This Coast Cholla specimen displays numerous segmented, spiny stems forming a dense, sprawling clump. A vibrant pink flower with a yellow center is prominently featured, along with several developing flower buds and mature fruits. The plant is heavily armed with long, sharp spines, characteristic of the species.
