Prickly Juniper Bonsai
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NamePrickly Juniper Bonsai
Species NameJuniperus oxycedrus
Common NamePrickly Juniper
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)70
Container Typeoval ceramic pot
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, textured bark, tapering trunk, minor scar/hollow
Foliage Typeneedle-like
Height (cm)55
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesDense, well-maintained rounded canopy; prominent, aged trunk; clear identification label indicating species.
Description
This specimen features a robust, textured trunk supporting a dense, rounded canopy of needle-like foliage. Its well-developed nebari anchors the tree firmly in a shallow, oval ceramic pot, showcasing a classic informal-upright form.
