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Bill writes:
Hi Iris: The twisted trunk cultivar of Pomegranate is called 'Nejikan'. This means twisted trunk. The term is also used for a style of bonsai. But, more importantly, it is a valid cultivar name. Well . . . it is not black and white. This is actually a nomenclatural mystery! You may all find this of interest: The following is the perspective of from Dr. Donglin Zhang (University of Maine) and Dr. Mike Dirr (University of ... Punica granatum 'Nejikan': "Punica granatum 'Nejikan' (Punicaceae) twisted pomegranate A nomenclatural mystery! These plants are derived from rooted stem cuttings from a plant brought in by J. C. Raulston in 1988. While the brilliant orange double flowers are without a doubt beautiful, the validity of the cultivar name remains up in the air. "Nejikan" refers to a style of bonsai in which the trunk of the specimen is twisted. While our specimen growing in China Valley is neither bonsai nor possessing a twisted trunk, the leaves do have a kink / twist to them. Yellow fall color. Hardy through the warmer part of Zone 7. Plant in a protected location in the cooler parts of zone 7. (1 gallon, 6-12" tall)41 plants are available." Cordially, Michael Persiano members.aol.com ************************************************** ****************************** ++++Sponsored, in part, by Evergreen Gardenworks++++ ************************************************** ****************************** -- The IBC HOME PAGE & FAQ: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.org/ -- +++++ Questions? Help? e-mail +++++ |
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