Fire Pink
NameFire Pink
Species NameSilene virginica
Common NameFire Pink
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage TypeSimple
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant red star-shaped flowers, native wildflower, attracts pollinators. This plant is shown in its natural habitat, not as a bonsai specimen.
Description
This specimen is a vibrant wild perennial, not a cultivated bonsai. It features striking red, star-shaped flowers with five deeply notched petals, characteristic of the Fire Pink plant. The plant exhibits slender, herbaceous stems and lance-shaped leaves, typical of its natural growth in woodland environments.
