Oriental Tea Tree Bonsai Insula

Name: Oriental Tea Tree Bonsai Insula
Brand: wio
SKU: 52456

SKU: 52456

€59.90

The Oriental Tea Tree, Carmona microphylla, is a cherished bonsai for its elegant appearance, featuring dark green, glossy leaves and delicate white flowers. Perfectly suited for indoor cultivation within the Insula system, it offers a blend of visual beauty and minimal maintenance, making it an exquisite addition to any indoor space.

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Native to the East Asian regions, the Oriental Tea Tree bonsai is known for its resilience and decorative appeal. This species thrives when grown in the Insula system, a revolutionary cultivation method that combines a special substrate mix ball encased in living moss with a coconut mat base. This unique setup ensures optimal moisture, aeration, and nutrient delivery, catering to the specific needs of the Carmona microphylla. The ability to bear small, fragrant white flowers year-round adds a charming touch, while its tolerance for varying light conditions makes it an ideal choice for indoor bonsai enthusiasts. Whether positioned near a window to catch the indirect sunlight or under the soft glow of a WIO LED lamp, the Oriental Tea Tree adapts well, enriching homes with its natural elegance.
Plant Type: Bonsai tree

Origin: East Asia

Growth Habit: Compact, with glossy leaves and occasional white flowers

Leaf Colour: Dark green

Light Requirements: Bright, indirect sunlight or WIO LED lamp

Watering: Consistent moisture, facilitated by the Insula's substrate

Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity, enhanced by the living moss
Pruning: Essential for maintaining shape and encouraging flowering. Prune in late winter or early spring to stimulate new growth.

Wiring: Can be applied carefully to guide the shaping process, but should be monitored to avoid damaging the delicate branches.

Pinching: Regularly pinch back new shoots to the first two leaves to promote bushier growth and more flowers.
Produces delicate white flowers, offering year-round visual interest.

Grows in the Insula system, ensuring the plant remains healthy and vibrant with minimal effort.

Adaptable to indoor environments, flourishing under both natural and artificial lighting conditions.

A stunning choice for those seeking a bonsai that combines ornamental beauty with ease of care.
An elegant focal point for any room, bringing a piece of East Asian beauty into the home or office.

Ideal placement includes areas with bright, indirect sunlight or under a WIO LED lamp to ensure sufficient light exposure.

Keep the substrate evenly moist to provide the necessary hydration without over-saturating.

Regularly spray the moss to maintain the right humidity level around the bonsai.

Engage in regular care practices such as pruning, wiring, and pinching to maintain the bonsai's structure and promote its flowering potential.