Uprooted Chinese Elm Bonsai
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NameUprooted Chinese Elm Bonsai
Species NameUlmus parvifolia
Common NameChinese Elm
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typenone (uprooted)
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featurescurved, textured bark, tapering
Foliage Typedeciduous (bare)
Height (cm)35
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityGood (implied by dense and healthy root system, though not fully visible)
Notable FeaturesDense, healthy root ball exposed during repotting; bare branches indicating dormancy or defoliation.
Description
This bonsai specimen is captured during the repotting process, revealing a dense and healthy root ball. The trunk exhibits a gentle curve, characteristic of an informal upright style. Its bare branches suggest it is either deciduous or has been defoliated for maintenance.
