Lowland ribbonwood
NameLowland ribbonwood
Species NamePlagianthus regius
Common NameLowland Ribbonwood
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)20
Container Typeceramic
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresmultiple-trunks, textured-bark
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)40
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThe species is notable for its dense clusters of small, delicate flowers and fine ramification, which are desirable characteristics for bonsai. It can develop an attractive, somewhat weeping habit.
Description
This image displays a branch of a Lowland Ribbonwood (Plagianthus regius) tree, characterized by its small, ovate green leaves and abundant clusters of developing flower buds. While the image does not show a full bonsai specimen, the species is known for its fine branching and suitability for bonsai cultivation, often trained in an informal upright style.
