Gold-dust
NameGold-dust
Species NameAurinia saxatilis
Common NameGold-dust Alyssum
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)5
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featureswoody stems
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)20
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityfair
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant bright yellow flowers in spring.
Description
This specimen, identified as Gold-dust Alyssum (*Aurinia saxatilis*), is a vibrant flowering plant, not a traditional bonsai. It features abundant clusters of small, bright yellow flowers, characteristic of its species. While not currently styled as a bonsai, its compact growth habit could lend itself to cultivation as a flowering bonsai.
