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Japanese Black Pine
Pinus thunbergii
Botanical family : PinaceaeSmall JBP
Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii). Acquisition Date : 9/25/23
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Australia
Australian Capital Territory
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Oceanic climate with a temperate summer
Climate with moderate temperatures throughout the year, cool summers, and well-distributed precipitation. This climate is typical of western coastal regions.

Burton - Cosmic
The Burton - Cosmic style
Natural and creative style

The Burton - Cosmic style in bonsai is a captivating blend of imagination and reality, where nature meets the fantastical. In this art, trees are shaped to evoke supernatural landscapes, often inspired by dreamlike themes or fairy tales. The main characteristics include curved and fluid lines, with branches dramatically stretched, evoking dancing silhouettes under the influence of mysterious or magical forces.
Compositions in this style tend to include additional elements that accentuate their ethereal ambiance, such as mosses in deep green, rocks with unusual shapes, or even small accessories that remind of ancient or magical objects. The pots, often of varied styles and materials, are chosen to complement the story each tree seeks to tell, adding an extra layer of mystery and enchantment.
The use of color is deliberate but subtle, with hues that enhance the uniqueness of each composition without overshadowing the natural beauty of the tree. Tree species chosen for this style often have particular characteristics, such as textured barks or leaves in a bright green, that contribute to the overall fantastical atmosphere.
In sum, the Burton - Cosmic style transforms bonsais into portals to imaginary worlds, where every detail contributes to a rich and captivating visual narrative, inviting the observer on a journey beyond the real.
Acquisition Date : 9/25/23 (3 years)
Source of acquisition : CBS Member
Owner's note :
I’m wondering how to style this tree. It did have a main trunk in the middle, but that was going to produce reverse taper.
2026 - I’m just going to let all candles grow