Roughbark Lignum-vitae Bonsai
NameRoughbark Lignum-vitae Bonsai
Species NameGuaiacum sanctum
Common NameRoughbark Lignum-vitae
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)40
Container Typeunglazed ceramic
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresrough bark, dense wood
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityunknown
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant bright orange fruits, dense dark green foliage, and the species' characteristic hard, dense wood.
Description
This image displays a mature Roughbark Lignum-vitae tree, heavily laden with bright orange, ovoid fruits among its dense, dark green foliage. While not a bonsai in this depiction, the species is known for its extremely dense wood and attractive features suitable for bonsai cultivation, often styled with an informal upright habit.
