Woollypod Milkvetch Bonsai
NameWoollypod Milkvetch Bonsai
Species NameAstragalus purshii
Common NameWoollypod Milkvetch
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typeunglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresmultiple herbaceous stems, woolly texture
Foliage Typecompound, pinnate, silvery-green
Height (cm)18
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive woolly, silvery foliage and numerous vibrant purple flowers.
Description
This unique bonsai specimen features the distinctive woolly, silvery-green foliage and vibrant purple pea-like flowers of the Woollypod Milkvetch. It presents a low, mounding form, challenging traditional bonsai aesthetics but showcasing the plant's natural beauty. The plant is currently in full bloom, adding a splash of color.
