Gnarled European Oak Bonsai
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NameGnarled European Oak Bonsai
Species NameQuercus robur
Common NamePedunculate Oak
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)100
Container Typeunglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick, gnarled, deadwood (shari), fissured bark
Foliage Typebroadleaf deciduous
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesThe prominent deadwood on the trunk and the dramatic, sweeping movement of the main trunk are particularly striking features of this specimen.
Description
This mature oak bonsai features a thick, gnarled trunk with significant deadwood (shari) that adds to its ancient character. The trunk exhibits a strong, sweeping curve before rising to a dense canopy of lobed, green leaves. Its powerful nebari anchors the tree firmly in its unglazed pot.
