In this guide we take a closer look into tree-species that are often used for growing Bonsai. Each tree-species has specific requirements for its cultivation, training and care, so Bonsai tree identification is crucial to take proper care of your tree.

Find your tree below using the overview of deciduous, coniferous and tropical species.

Deciduous tree species
Ulmus Parviflora / Chinese Elm bonsai	Zelkova / Japanese Elm bonsai
Wistaria / Wisteria bonsai	Acer Buergerianum / Trident Maple bonsai
Acer Palmatum / Japanese Maple bonsai	Magnolia bonsai
Ligustrum / Privet bonsai	Fuchsia bonsai
Buxus / box / boxwood bonsai	Punica granatum / Pomegranate bonsai
Malus / Crabapple bonsai	Carpinus and Fagus / Hornbeam and Beech
Cotoneaster bonsai	Azalea (Kurume and Satsuki) bonsai / Rhododendron
Celtis / Hackberry bonsai	Oak / Quercus Bonsai tree
Coniferous tree species and pines
Juniperus Chinensis / Juniper bonsai	Pinus / (Black) Pine bonsai
Picea / Spruce bonsai	Larix / Larch bonsai
Cedrus / Cedar bonsai	Podocarpus bonsai
Taxus / Yew bonsai
Tropical tree species
Serissa / Snowrose bonsai	Crassula ovata / Jade tree bonsai
Carmona Retusa / Fukien Tea bonsai	Ficus Retusa / Ficus bonsai
Sageretia Theezans / Chinese sweet plum bonsai	Bougainvillea Bonsai

More information
Complete list of suitable tree species for Bonsai
For tree identification see the Bonsai care forum.
General Bonsai tree care guidelines