Red Beard Orchid Bonsai
NameRed Beard Orchid Bonsai
Species NameCalochilus robertsonii
Common NameRed Beard Orchid
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresslender trunk, smooth bark
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityundeveloped
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThe most striking feature is the vibrant red, hairy labellum of the orchid flower, resembling a beard.
Description
This unique specimen, presented as a bonsai, features a slender, upright stem culminating in a striking 'Red Beard Orchid' flower. The plant exhibits a delicate, vertical form, with the prominent red, hairy labellum being its most distinctive feature. While not a traditional tree, its cultivation as a flowering specimen is implied.
