Shimpaku Juniper Informal Upright Bonsai
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NameShimpaku Juniper Informal Upright Bonsai
Species NameJuniperus chinensis 'Shimpaku'
Common NameShimpaku Juniper
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)70
Container Typeunglazed ceramic rectangular pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gently curving
Foliage Typescale-like evergreen
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitywell-developed
Notable FeaturesDense, compact foliage; prominent display in a formal setting.
Description
This is a well-established Shimpaku Juniper bonsai, characterized by its dense, scale-like foliage and a gently curving, robust trunk. The tree exhibits a broad, rounded canopy, meticulously pruned and shaped to create a mature and harmonious appearance. It is displayed prominently during a press conference, signifying its cultural importance.
