Celastrus orbiculatus - Oriental bittersweet - 57 cm

Unique specimen bonsai of Celastrus orbiculatus (Oriental bittersweet) belongs to the deciduous fruiting variety, prized for its deep orange autumn fruits that persist for a long time on bare branches. In spring it is prized for its small clusters of greenish-yellow flowers. It is a dioecious plant, so there are male and female specimens: female plants are characterized by the production of orange berries, but fruiting requires the presence of at least one male in the vicinity for pollination. The green foliage turns orange-yellow in autumn and sheds its leaves in winter. It has a well-formed, very sinuous trunk, rich in movement and with mature bark that conveys solidity and naturalness. The wide, well-anchored nebari, with its striking visual presence, provides stability. Cultivated in a lotus flower cream glazed stoneware pot, with harmonious lines, it brings out the color of the leaves and perfectly matches the refined look of the bonsai.