Trident Maple Root-over-Rock Bonsai
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NameTrident Maple Root-over-Rock Bonsai
Species NameAcer buergerianum
Common NameTrident Maple
Bonsai Styleroot-over-rock
Estimated Age (years)70
Container TypeGlazed ceramic oval pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, exposed roots, gnarled texture, strong taper
Foliage TypeDeciduous
Height (cm)55
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesProminent root-over-rock style, mature and well-established canopy, displayed in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
Description
This mature Trident Maple bonsai showcases an impressive root-over-rock style, with thick, gnarled roots enveloping an unseen rock structure. Its broad, dense canopy of vibrant green leaves provides a lush crown above the powerful base. The specimen is a testament to long-term cultivation and artistic shaping.
