Japanese Black Pine Informal Upright Bonsai
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NameJapanese Black Pine Informal Upright Bonsai
Species NamePinus thunbergii
Common NameJapanese Black Pine
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)75
Container Typerectangular ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featurestaper, textured bark, gently curved
Foliage Typeneedles
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesDisplayed in a traditional Japanese garden setting at Hoshun-in temple, indicating its cultural significance and high quality. The tree exhibits a strong, well-ramified branch structure characteristic of mature pine bonsai.
Description
This specimen showcases a classic informal-upright style with a gently curving trunk and well-developed, layered branch structure. Its mature bark and dense needle foliage reflect decades of careful cultivation. The tree is displayed in a traditional setting at a Kyoto temple.
