Turn-in-the-wind
NameTurn-in-the-wind
Species NameMallotus paniculatus
Common NameTurn-in-the-wind
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)8
Container Typeceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresdeveloping taper, smooth bark
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitydeveloping
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesLarge, heart-shaped leaves with a lighter underside; small, clustered inflorescences.
Description
This specimen, identified as Turn-in-the-wind (*Mallotus paniculatus*), is currently a wild plant displaying large, heart-shaped green leaves and small, developing inflorescences. If cultivated as a bonsai, its vigorous growth and distinctive foliage could be trained into an informal-upright style, though leaf reduction would be a key challenge.
