Maltese star-thistle
NameMaltese star-thistle
Species NameCentaurea melitensis
Common NameMaltese star-thistle
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenone
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Foliage Typeherbaceous
Height (cm)0
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive spiny involucres surrounding the flower heads, bright yellow disc florets, and developing buds with reddish-purple spines.
Description
This specimen, identified as Maltese star-thistle, presents a single, upright stem culminating in distinctive spiny flower heads. One head displays vibrant yellow disc florets in full bloom, while others are developing buds with reddish-purple tips. Its overall form is slender and herbaceous, not characteristic of a traditional bonsai.
