Japanese Black Pine Bonsai in Ornate Pot
NameJapanese Black Pine Bonsai in Ornate Pot
Species NamePinus thunbergii
Common NameJapanese Black Pine
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)60
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, taper
Foliage Typeconiferous
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Notable FeaturesDepicted in a traditional Japanese ukiyo-e artwork by Hokusai, featuring a unique combination planting with flowering and fruiting companion plants in a highly decorative pot.
Description
This ukiyo-e depiction showcases a robust Japanese Black Pine bonsai with a thick, curving trunk and dense, dark green needle pads. It is planted in a beautifully decorated ceramic pot alongside flowering and fruiting companion plants, reflecting traditional Japanese aesthetic principles.
