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)120
Container Typelarge rectangular stone pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, tapering trunk
Foliage Typeneedles
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesExceptionally wide and dense canopy, integrated into a traditional Japanese garden setting, indicating a long history of careful shaping and maintenance.
Description
This majestic Japanese Black Pine bonsai features a thick, gnarled trunk and a broad, flat-topped canopy of dense, dark green needles. It is presented in a large, robust stone container, integrated into the serene garden landscape of Hoshun-in Daitokuji temple. Its mature appearance suggests significant age and expert cultivation.
