Purple Prairie Clover
NamePurple Prairie Clover
Species NameDalea purpurea
Common NamePurple Prairie Clover
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)5
Container TypeN/A
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuressmooth bark
Foliage Typecompound leaves
Height (cm)20
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityundeveloped
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesFeatures a distinctive cone-shaped flower head with a ring of vibrant purple florets and bright yellow anthers. The upper part of the inflorescence shows tightly packed, grayish-green bracts. This plant is native to North American prairies.
Description
This specimen, identified as Purple Prairie Clover, displays a vibrant inflorescence with a dense spike of bright purple florets and prominent yellow anthers. While not typically cultivated as a bonsai, if interpreted as such, its single, upright stem with a slight natural curve would suggest an informal-upright style.
