What is the king of bonsai trees? Top ten bonsai precious tree species ranking

1. The King of Bonsai

The king of bonsai refers to the Fraxinus chinensis bonsai, which is a precious tree species of the Fraxinus chinensis. The Fraxinus chinensis is a top-notch tree in the world's scenic spots, bonsai, and root carving families. It is known as a "living fossil" and is now a Class II protected tree species in my country. It grows slowly and has an extremely long lifespan, which can reach around 2,000 years. It mostly grows in low mountains and hills below 600m above sea level. It is mainly produced at the intersection of Jingshan City and Zhongxiang City in the Dahong Mountain in Hubei Province. It is a tree species unique to China. It has a beautiful tree shape, fine and strong texture, bright color, easy shaping and resistance to pruning. It is not only an ideal material for root carving, but also the preferred tree species for beautifying and greening the environment. It has extremely high ornamental value. However, the number is limited, and the breeding and collection value is extremely high.

2. Top Ten Bonsai

1. Photinia chinensis: It has been the main source of tree species for bonsai making in my country since ancient times. It is one of the "Seven Sages of Bonsai". It is also one of the bonsai plants exported to the United States after China joined the WTO.

2. Boxwood: Its trunk grows very slowly, but its young branches grow faster. It is lush and green all year round, flourishing and fruitful, and has good plasticity.

3. Golden Ball Tree: Its trunk is strong and upright, naturally twisted, and iron-like in color, making it very suitable for making tree stump bonsai. In April, pale yellow flowers will bloom. The flower shape is like a bottle and the fragrance is like orchid. It is also called "bottle orchid".

4. Black pine: also known as white bud pine, it is an evergreen tree with gray-black bark. The needles of black pine are rough, hard and long, mostly in natural shape, which can show the characteristics of pine trees and have a unique flavor.

5. Podocarpus: Also known as small-leaved Podocarpus, also known as sparrow-tongue Podocarpus and sparrow-tongue pine. It is a superior 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 leaves are elegant and graceful. The best time to view it is when the new leaves appear.

7. Fraxinus chinensis: It is a rare ancient tree species and a national rare and endangered plant, known as the "living fossil of plants".

8. Ginkgo: Ginkgo is also one of the top ten precious bonsai trees. Its leaves are large and brightly colored, and its branches are thick and tall, giving it a grand feel.

9. Shimazu: It is one of the precious tree species for making bonsai, and its price is also relatively expensive.

10. Red maple: also known as red maple, it is a deciduous tree. The leaf color will change from bright to light purple or even dark green, making it a valuable ornamental foliage tree species.