Kiekie
NameKiekie
Species NameFreycinetia banksii
Common NameKiekie
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)30
Container Typeground
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Foliage TypeLong, strap-like leaves
Height (cm)250
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot visible
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesNative New Zealand climbing plant with distinctive long, sword-like leaves and visible inflorescence.
Description
This specimen of Kiekie (Freycinetia banksii) is a large, wild plant, not a cultivated bonsai. It exhibits a dense mass of long, strap-like green leaves, typical of its climbing habit in its natural New Zealand environment. A yellowish inflorescence or developing fruit is visible amongst the foliage.
