Woolly Locoweed Bonsai
NameWoolly Locoweed Bonsai
Species NameAstragalus mollissimus
Common NameWoolly Locoweed
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typeshallow ceramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stems, no woody trunk
Foliage Typepinnate, woolly
Height (cm)18
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive silvery-woolly foliage and vibrant purple flowers. Known to be toxic to livestock in its natural habitat.
Description
This unique specimen, presented as a conceptual bonsai, showcases the distinctive silvery-green, woolly pinnate leaves and striking purple-blue flowers of the Woolly Locoweed. While typically a herbaceous perennial, its compact growth habit and vibrant blooms offer an interesting challenge for miniature cultivation.
