Holmskioldia sandguinea is an ideal choice for a bonsai in cascade, semi-cascade, or informal upright styles due to its trailing branches. I think the flowers make this a standout inthe bonsai garden. I am glad I got this latest picture after our 5 day workshop. The sprial presentation is not standard cascade I guess, but it looks nice and is in my garden so that counts the most.
Easy to propagate through cuttings. Honestly, cut and stick in soil of another pot. Next month you have another plant growing.
I have read that there are color variations with the most common being as pictured here a rusty orange/yellowish. I have seen pictures of Red and rumors of solid Yellow.
Holmskiolda sandguinea specifics
- Core Identification & Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Holmskioldia sanguinae
- Common Name: Chinese Man’s Hat, Cup and Saucer plant
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Varietals:
- Habitat/Range: Himalayas but cultivated widely in Tropical lowlands, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia
- Morphology & Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Tree
- Leaves: Somewhat large at about 2 inches
- Flowers: Chinese hat shaped
- Fruit/Seed:
- Stem/Bark:
- Growth: Fast
- Bonsai Notes
- Sun Exposure: Full sun 6-8 hours daily.
- Water Use: Moderate water
- Soil Mix: Akadama, Pumice, Lava Rock
- Fertilizing: balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks during the active growing season (spring through autumn).
- Styling and Maintenance
- Pruning: Regular pruning is essential. Trimming also encourages more flowering
- Defoliation: Essential post blooming periods.
- Wiring: Branches can be wired year-round, but monitor the wire closely.
Gallery images
Firstly, we are uploading pictures of our plants to show the parts of a plant that may help in identification. Secondly, we only have so many plants and my photography skills are not actually skillful. Finally, if it would help to see another angle or view, send us a message and we will attempt to get the right picture perspective.
