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)80
Container TypeUnglazed rectangular ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick, gnarled, fissured bark, strong taper, curved
Foliage Typeconiferous
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesStrong, radiating nebari; aged, textured bark; well-ramified branch structure; classic Japanese aesthetic.
Description
This is a mature Japanese Black Pine bonsai, showcasing a robust, gnarled trunk with deeply fissured bark and a strong, informal upright form. Its dense, dark green needle foliage is meticulously shaped, creating well-defined pads. The tree exhibits excellent nebari, indicating a long history of careful cultivation.
