Fremont Barberry
NameFremont Barberry
Species NameMahonia fremontii
Common NameFremont Barberry
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)10
Container Typeceramic
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Foliage Typecompound, evergreen, spiny
Height (cm)30
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityfair
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive spiny, holly-like leaves with a blue-green hue; clusters of bright yellow flowers.
Description
This image displays a branch of Fremont Barberry, characterized by its distinctive spiny, glaucous blue-green leaves and clusters of bright yellow flowers. While the image does not depict an actual bonsai specimen, this plant is native to arid regions and could potentially be cultivated for bonsai, though its thorny nature might present challenges in styling.
