Sitka Willow Bonsai
NameSitka Willow Bonsai
Species NameSalix sitchensis
Common NameSitka Willow
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)20
Container Typeceramic
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, fissured bark
Foliage TypeDeciduous, simple, alternate, lanceolate leaves with silvery-white undersides
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Notable FeaturesThe distinctive lanceolate leaves with a silvery-white underside are clearly visible in the image, characteristic of the Sitka Willow.
Description
This image shows a branch of a Sitka Willow, not a complete bonsai specimen. The following details describe a hypothetical Sitka Willow bonsai, based on the species' characteristics and common bonsai styling practices. The distinctive lanceolate leaves with a silvery-white underside are clearly visible.
