Texas Live Oak Bonsai
NameTexas Live Oak Bonsai
Species NameQuercus fusiformis
Common NameTexas Live Oak
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)25
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresdeveloping bark texture, tapering trunk
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot visible
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesFeatures a prominent, dark purple acorn with a light green, textured cap, indicating successful fruiting. The small, leathery evergreen leaves are typical of the Texas Live Oak, making it a good candidate for bonsai.
Description
This specimen, identified as a Texas Live Oak, displays characteristic small, leathery evergreen foliage and a prominent, dark purple acorn. While the full bonsai form is not visible in this close-up, the species is well-suited for bonsai cultivation, known for its dense canopy and strong growth.
