Shimpaku Juniper Bonsai
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NameShimpaku Juniper Bonsai
Species NameJuniperus chinensis 'Shimpaku'
Common NameShimpaku Juniper
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)60
Container TypeUnglazed ceramic
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featurestwisted, thick, mature bark
Foliage TypeScale-like evergreen
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityGood, spreading
Notable FeaturesThe dramatic, gnarled and twisted trunk is the most striking feature, complemented by meticulously shaped foliage pads.
Description
This specimen features a robust, dramatically twisted trunk with well-defined, dense green foliage pads. It is presented in a shallow, unglazed ceramic pot, showcasing a mature and artfully cultivated form with excellent ramification.
