Mediterranean Saltbush Bonsai
NameMediterranean Saltbush Bonsai
Species NameAtriplex halimus
Common NameMediterranean Saltbush
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typeceramic bonsai pot
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresmulti-branched, developing bark texture
Foliage Typeevergreen, ovate, silvery-green
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityunknown
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesSilvery-green foliage, drought-tolerant, small yellowish flowers
Description
This specimen of Mediterranean Saltbush features distinctive silvery-green, ovate leaves and numerous small, yellowish-green flowers clustered along its branches. The plant exhibits a natural, somewhat sprawling growth habit, suggesting potential for an informal upright bonsai style, though the main trunk is not visible in this view.
