Yamadori Olive Tree Bonsai
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NameYamadori Olive Tree Bonsai
Species NameOlea europaea
Common NameOlive tree
Bonsai Styleslanting
Estimated Age (years)150
Container Typedark unglazed oval ceramic pot
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, deadwood (shari), dramatic movement, strong taper
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)35
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Notable FeaturesAncient yamadori specimen with extensive natural deadwood (shari) and a highly textured, gnarled trunk, showcasing significant age and character. Styled by Bartusek László.
Description
This ancient yamadori olive bonsai features a dramatically leaning, gnarled trunk with extensive natural deadwood (shari). Its small, evergreen foliage is sparsely distributed along the branches, highlighting the tree's venerable age and rugged character. The composition emphasizes the tree's struggle and resilience, typical of collected specimens.
