Early Cinquefoil Bonsai
NameEarly Cinquefoil Bonsai
Species NamePotentilla argentea
Common NameEarly Cinquefoil
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stems, hairy stems
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)8
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot visible
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesBright yellow flowers, dense silvery hairs on leaves and stems.
Description
This specimen, if cultivated as a bonsai, would be a small, herbaceous plant featuring distinctive palmate leaves covered in fine, silvery hairs. It produces bright yellow, five-petaled flowers, adding a delicate charm. Its natural low-growing habit would lend itself to an accent or small display bonsai.
