Common Pussypaws
NameCommon Pussypaws
Species NameCalyptridium umbellatum
Common NameCommon Pussypaws
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)3
Container Typenone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage Typesucculent-like leaves
Height (cm)10
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThis plant is a herbaceous perennial, not a woody specimen suitable for bonsai cultivation. Its distinctive reddish coloration and dense flower clusters are notable. Attempting to cultivate this species as a bonsai would be highly challenging and generally considered unfeasible due to its growth habit and lack of woody structure.
Description
This specimen is a herbaceous perennial plant, not a woody tree or shrub typically cultivated as a bonsai. It exhibits a low, spreading growth habit with reddish-tinged foliage and dense clusters of small, reddish flowers. It is shown growing naturally in sandy soil.
