Winterfat
NameWinterfat
Species NameKrascheninnikovia lanata
Common NameWinterfat
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)10
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresmulti-stemmed, obscured by foliage
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)75
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityUnknown
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesSilvery-white, woolly foliage; drought-tolerant; important forage plant in arid regions.
Description
This specimen of Winterfat is a dense, rounded shrub characterized by its distinctive silvery-white, woolly foliage. It appears to be a mature plant thriving in its natural arid habitat, with numerous upright stems and a bushy canopy. While not a traditional bonsai, its robust nature and unique foliage could offer interesting challenges for cultivation.
