Japanese Camellia Bonsai
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NameJapanese Camellia Bonsai
Species NameCamellia japonica
Common NameJapanese Camellia
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)50
Container TypeGlazed ceramic octagonal pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk FeaturesThick trunk, Gnarled base, Good taper
Foliage TypeBroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityExcellent
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant pink-red flowers and buds, indicating peak blooming season. Well-established nebari and mature trunk.
Description
This vibrant Japanese Camellia bonsai showcases a robust, gnarled trunk with a well-developed nebari. It is currently adorned with numerous pink-red blossoms and abundant buds, indicating a healthy and mature specimen. The dense, dark green foliage forms a full, rounded canopy.
