Southern Indian Azalea Bonsai
NameSouthern Indian Azalea Bonsai
Species NameRhododendron indicum
Common NameSouthern Indian Azalea
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)30
Container Typeceramic
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresaged bark, taper
Foliage Typesmall, ovate leaves
Height (cm)30
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityunknown
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant coral-red flowers with prominent stamens, dense green foliage.
Description
The image displays a Southern Indian Azalea (Rhododendron indicum) in full bloom as a garden shrub, not a bonsai. However, this species is highly valued in bonsai for its profuse, vibrant coral-red flowers and small, dense foliage, often trained into various styles.
