Hiroshima Survivor White Pine
Image: Sarah Stierch (by)
NameHiroshima Survivor White Pine
Species NamePinus parviflora
Common NameJapanese White Pine
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)386
Container Typebonsai pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, deeply fissured bark, moss and lichen growth, ancient appearance
Foliage Typeneedle-like
Height (cm)Not determinable from image
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesThis bonsai is famously known as the 'Hiroshima Survivor White Pine,' having endured the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945. Its extreme age and profound historical significance make it a living testament to resilience and peace.
Description
This ancient Japanese White Pine bonsai, famously known as the Hiroshima Survivor, exhibits a remarkably thick and deeply fissured trunk, heavily adorned with moss and lichen, testament to its incredible age and resilience. Its robust nebari firmly anchors the tree, showcasing centuries of growth and survival. The rugged bark texture tells a story of enduring history.
