Monterey Cypress Bonsai
NameMonterey Cypress Bonsai
Species NameCupressus macrocarpa
Common NameMonterey Cypress
Bonsai Stylewindswept
Estimated Age (years)250
Container Typenatural rock planting with stone retaining wall
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresgnarled, twisted, weathered bark, multiple leaders
Foliage Typescale-like needles, dense, dark green
Height (cm)1300
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityobscured by rock and retaining wall, appears well-anchored
Notable FeaturesIconic landmark, dramatic coastal setting, naturally shaped by strong winds, extreme longevity, unique natural container.
Description
This iconic Monterey Cypress, perched dramatically on a rocky cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, exhibits a powerful windswept form. Its gnarled trunk and flattened canopy are testaments to centuries of exposure to harsh coastal elements.
