Rooted Resilience: Transforming Stones into Living Art with Root-over-Rock Bonsai
R. Arunkumar
Dept. of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (641 029), India
H. Abdul Kaffoor*
Dept. of Botany, Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (641 029), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Bonsai cultivation, Miniature landscaping, Root-over-rock, Sustainable artistry
Abstract
The art of bonsai extends beyond merely cultivating a tree in a pot, evolving into a sophisticated discipline that mirrors nature's beauty in miniature form. Root-over-rock bonsai, a particularly captivating style, exemplifies resilience and adaptability by mimicking natural processes where tree roots grow over rocks to access soil. This technique involves carefully guiding roots over a selected rock, embedding and training them for several years before revealing their matured forms. The process demands patience, precision and artistry, resulting in a visually striking and stable bonsai.
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