Satsuki Azalea 'Hakusen-no-mai' Bonsai
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NameSatsuki Azalea 'Hakusen-no-mai' Bonsai
Species NameRhododendron indicum
Common NameSatsuki Azalea
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)45
Container Typeunglazed ceramic oval pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featurestapered, curved, mature bark
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)50
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant white flowers and buds, well-developed nebari, and a long training history since 1982.
Description
This Satsuki Azalea bonsai, cultivar 'Hakusen-no-mai', displays a robust trunk with a gentle curve, supporting a dense canopy of green foliage. It is adorned with numerous white flowers and buds, indicating it is in full bloom or nearing its peak. The tree has been in training since 1982, showcasing significant horticultural development.
