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)100
Container TypeStone slab
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick base, moss-covered, obscured by foliage
Foliage TypeNeedle-like
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesExtremely wide and dense cloud-like canopy with meticulously pruned pads, substantial moss-covered base, displayed on a flat stone slab.
Description
This mature Japanese Black Pine bonsai features an exceptionally wide and dense, cloud-like canopy, meticulously pruned into distinct pads. Its substantial base is heavily covered in lush green moss, suggesting significant age and stability. The tree is presented on a flat stone slab, emphasizing its naturalistic and expansive form.
