Smooth Ruellia Bonsai Specimen
NameSmooth Ruellia Bonsai Specimen
Species NameRuellia simplex
Common NameSmooth Ruellia
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenone
Geographic Originsouth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesProminent vibrant purple trumpet-shaped flower and a developing flower bud.
Description
This specimen of Smooth Ruellia displays a vibrant purple, trumpet-shaped flower and lush green foliage. While typically a herbaceous plant not cultivated as a bonsai, this analysis assumes a hypothetical upright form for the specimen. A developing flower bud is also visible.
