Hairy St John's-wort
NameHairy St John's-wort
Species NameHypericum hirsutum
Common NameHairy St John's-wort
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)35
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThe plant is currently in full bloom, showcasing its distinctive yellow flowers with numerous stamens. Its lack of a woody trunk and short lifespan make it unsuitable for conventional bonsai styling and cultivation.
Description
This specimen of Hairy St John's-wort, while not a traditional bonsai species, exhibits an upright growth habit with a dense cluster of bright yellow flowers. Its herbaceous stem and annual growth cycle present significant challenges for long-term bonsai development.
