Spiny Cocklebur
NameSpiny Cocklebur
Species NameXanthium spinosum
Common NameSpiny Cocklebur
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originsouth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresthorns, slender branches
Foliage TypeSimple, lanceolate leaves
Height (cm)0
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot visible
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesProminent sharp thorns and distinctive spiny, burr-like fruits.
Description
This specimen of Spiny Cocklebur displays characteristic spiny fruits along its slender branches, accompanied by sharp thorns. Its elongated leaves are visible, though the overall form for bonsai styling is not apparent from this close-up of a branch. It is not traditionally cultivated as a bonsai species.
