Japanese Black Pine Bonsai
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NameJapanese Black Pine Bonsai
Species NamePinus thunbergii
Common NameJapanese Black Pine
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)70
Container Typedark unglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, tapering, textured bark, gentle curves
Foliage Typeconiferous
Height (cm)140
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitywell-developed, spreading
Notable FeaturesExemplary pad styling, significant trunk girth, and overall mature appearance. It represents a classic example of pine penjing.
Description
This mature pine bonsai exhibits a robust, gently curving trunk that tapers significantly towards the apex. Its dense, dark green foliage is meticulously styled into distinct, flat pads, characteristic of traditional Asian bonsai aesthetics. The specimen is part of a collection displayed at the Shanghai Botanical Garden.
