Lophiolepis decussata
NameLophiolepis decussata
Species NameLophiolepis decussata
Common NameThistle
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenone
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem, spiny
Foliage Typespiny leaves
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesProminent purple flower heads and highly spiny foliage, typical of a thistle plant.
Description
This herbaceous plant, identified as Lophiolepis decussata, features distinctive spiny leaves and stems, topped with vibrant purple flower heads. It exhibits a natural upright growth habit, characteristic of its wild form, though it is not typically cultivated as a bonsai.
