1、 King of bonsai
The king of bonsai refers to the bonsai of wax on the opposite Festival, which is a precious tree species of oleander wax. It is known as "the second kind of living tree species in China and the world's best preserved bonsai", known as the "root wax" in the world. It grows very slowly, with a life span of about 2000 years. It mostly grows in low mountains and hills below 600m above sea level. It mainly produces at the intersection of Jingshan city and Zhongxiang City, the remaining vein of Dahong mountain in Hubei Province. It is a unique tree species in China. It is not only the preferred material for root carving, but also the preferred tree species for beautifying and greening the environment, with high ornamental value. However, the quantity is limited, and the breeding and collection value is very high.
2、 Ten bonsai
1. Raspberry: since ancient times, it has been the main source of tree species for making bonsai in China. It is one of the "Seven Sages of bonsai". At the same time, it is also one of the bonsai plants exported to the United States after China's entry into WTO.
2. Boxwood: its trunk grows very slowly, but its twigs grow faster. It is lush and green all year round, lush and solid, and has good plasticity.
3. Golden marble tree: its stem is strong and straight, natural and curly, and its color is like iron. It is very suitable for making stump bonsai. In April, light yellow flowers will bloom. The flowers are shaped like bottles and have a fragrance like orchids, also known as "bottle Orchids".
4. Black pine: also known as white bud pine, it is an evergreen tree with gray black bark. The needles of black pine are thick, hard and long, mostly in natural shape, which can show the characteristics of pine and have a unique flavor.
5. Luohansong: also known as lobar luohansong, also known as sparrow tongue luohansong and sparrow tongue pine. It is an excellent material for making bonsai, especially the first choice for making miniature bonsai.
6. Elm: elm is one of the main materials for shaping stump bonsai. Its branches are vigorous and simple, and its branches and leaves are beautiful and natural. When the new leaf comes out, it is the best viewing time.
7. Jiebaila: it is a rare ancient tree species, a national rare and endangered plant, and has the reputation of "plant living fossil".
8. Ginkgo biloba: Ginkgo biloba is also one of the top ten precious bonsai. Its leaves are large and brightly colored, and its branches are thick and tall, which can show a sense of atmosphere.
9. True cypress: it is one of the precious tree species for making bonsai, and the price is also more expensive.
10. Red maple: also known as red maple, it is a deciduous tree. The leaf color will change from gorgeous to lavender or even dark green. It is a valuable foliage tree species.