Cross-leaved Heath
NameCross-leaved Heath
Species NameErica tetralix
Common NameCross-leaved Heath
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)5
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Foliage Typeneedle-like
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant cluster of pink, bell-shaped flowers.
Description
This image displays a close-up of the delicate, bell-shaped pink flowers of the Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix). This photograph does not depict a bonsai specimen, but rather a wild plant in bloom. Erica species can be cultivated as flowering bonsai, though they require specific care.
