Philippine Tea Tree Informal Upright Bonsai
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NamePhilippine Tea Tree Informal Upright Bonsai
Species NamePremna microphylla
Common NamePhilippine Tea Tree, Premna
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)55
Container TypeGlazed ceramic, rectangular, deep blue
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled texture, tapering, well-defined curves
Foliage TypeBroadleaf, evergreen, dense
Height (cm)40
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesExceptional nebari, dense and well-ramified canopy, characteristic rough bark, part of an award-winning display at the Asia Pacific Bonsai and Suiseki Convention.
Description
This exquisite tropical bonsai features a robust, gnarled trunk with a powerful nebari, supporting a dense, rounded canopy of small, vibrant green leaves. Its informal upright style showcases naturalistic curves and a strong, stable base, indicative of many years of dedicated cultivation and refinement.
