Māpou
NameMāpou
Species NameJuniperus chinensis 'Shimpaku'
Common NameShimpaku Juniper
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)90
Container TypeUnglazed rectangular ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featurescurved trunk, textured bark, taper, deadwood (jin/shari)
Foliage Typescale-like
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesRefined branch pads, well-developed nebari, subtle deadwood elements, mature and aged appearance.
Description
This Māpou specimen is a mature Shimpaku Juniper displaying a classic informal-upright style with a gracefully curved trunk. Its dense, dark green foliage is meticulously shaped into distinct pads, complementing the reddish-brown bark and subtle deadwood elements. The tree exhibits excellent ramification and a well-developed nebari, contributing to its aged and refined appearance.
