Flamboyant Bonsai
NameFlamboyant Bonsai
Species NameDelonix regia
Common NameFlamboyant, Royal Poinciana
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)25
Container Typeceramic bonsai pot
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthickening_trunk, smooth_bark
Foliage Typedeciduous, bipinnately compound
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesSpectacular clusters of large, fiery red-orange flowers, often with one variegated petal, creating a dramatic visual impact during its prolific bloom season.
Description
This specimen, a Flamboyant tree, is renowned for its spectacular display of vibrant red-orange flowers, as captured in the image. As a bonsai, it would feature a broad, spreading canopy and delicate, fern-like bipinnate foliage, making it a striking tropical specimen. Its fast growth and dramatic flowering make it a rewarding, albeit challenging, subject for bonsai enthusiasts.
