Hemp Dogbane
NameHemp Dogbane
Species NameApocynum cannabinum
Common NameHemp Dogbane
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typeground
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stems, reddish stems
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot visible
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesCommon herbaceous perennial with milky sap, known for its fibrous stems and clusters of small white flowers. Not suitable for traditional bonsai cultivation due to its non-woody nature.
Description
This specimen of Hemp Dogbane (Apocynum cannabinum) is a herbaceous perennial, not typically cultivated as a bonsai. It features slender, reddish-green stems with lanceolate leaves arranged oppositely. Clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers are visible at the stem tips.
