Flowering Japanese Wisteria Bonsai
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NameFlowering Japanese Wisteria Bonsai
Species NameWisteria floribunda
Common NameJapanese Wisteria
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)80
Container TypeOval, shallow, glazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick, gnarled, textured bark, well-tapered
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)120
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesExtremely abundant and long cascading purple flower racemes, creating a spectacular visual impact. The sheer scale and age of the specimen are also highly notable.
Description
This magnificent Japanese Wisteria bonsai is adorned with an abundance of long, cascading racemes of vibrant purple flowers. Its thick, gnarled trunk and mature branch structure showcase decades of careful cultivation, creating a breathtaking display. The tree exhibits excellent ramification and a broad, spreading canopy.
