Trident Maple Bonsai
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NameTrident Maple Bonsai
Species NameAcer buergerianum
Common NameTrident Maple
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)70
Container TypeUnglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, basal flare, trunk scar
Foliage TypeDeciduous, lobed leaves
Height (cm)50
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityExcellent
Notable FeaturesStrong nebari, intricate branch ramification, early autumn leaf coloration, prominent trunk scar.
Description
This Trident Maple bonsai exhibits a robust, multi-trunked base with significant nebari. Its branches are well-developed, creating a dense canopy of small, lobed leaves, some showing early autumn coloration. The tree displays a mature, naturalistic form, indicative of long-term cultivation.
