A very small genus of tropical tree which was once referred to (and still
often listed as) Carmona. Fukien tea is a tropical shrub originating in the
Fujan province of China and other parts of Southeast Asia. It is very
popular for bonsai in China, but not a traditional favorite in Japan. It
can be grown outdoors in warm climates, but is quite popular as an indoor
bonsai. The leaves on this tree are small, shiny, and dark green, covered
with tiny hairs. Together, the leaves form a dense and compact appearance.
This tree has small white flowers that can bloom at any time. The flowers
turn into red berries that turn darker with age. Trained in the traditional
curved trunk style.
Identification credit: K. Karthigeyan & Nandan Kalbag
Photographed in Garden of Five Senses, Delhi & Tamilnadu.
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