Common Cow-wheat
NameCommon Cow-wheat
Species NameMelampyrum pratense
Common NameCommon Cow-wheat
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Foliage Typeherbaceous
Height (cm)35
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynone visible
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive two-toned tubular flowers, hemiparasitic nature, slender herbaceous stems.
Description
This conceptual bonsai specimen of Common Cow-wheat showcases its delicate, upright growth habit. It features slender herbaceous stems adorned with lanceolate leaves and striking two-toned, pale yellow and white tubular flowers. Its unique hemiparasitic nature makes it an extremely challenging subject for traditional bonsai cultivation.
