Serissa Bonsai Tree ‘Root Over Rock’ with Handmade Chinese Stilt House | Tree of a Thousand Stars
This enchanting 9-year-old Serissa bonsai (Serissa japonica) with handmade Chinese Stilt House. Known as the Tree of a Thousand Stars, delivers incredible artistry and presence. Styled in a dramatic root-over-rock design, its strong surface roots grip the natural stone and rise upward to create a textured, characterful trunk. The movement feels fluid and expressive, inviting admiration from every angle.
To enhance the landscape further, we have paired the tree with a handmade clay Chinese stilt house. Traditionally, these raised dwellings sit above wetlands or riverbanks. In bonsai, they symbolise harmony between nature and human craft. Here, the miniature stilt house nestles among the rocks, forming a peaceful scene reminiscent of a quiet mountain village at dawn.
Potted into a com very tasteful brand new cream ceramic bonsai pot with matching drip tray, the full composition feels serene, imaginative and wonderfully unique.
This is the exact bonsai you will receive.
Why the Serissa Is So Admired
The Serissa is cherished for its tiny evergreen leaves, textured bark and fine, graceful branching. It also produces abundant star-shaped white flowers in summer, which scatter across the canopy like constellations. These blooms give the tree its poetic name, Tree of a Thousand Stars. Even when not flowering, the neat ramification creates an elegant and refined silhouette.
A Creative Bonsai with Incredible Presence
The exposed roots wrapping over the rock instantly give this tree an ancient, story-filled appearance. Stone, trunk, foliage and the handmade stilt house work together to create a balanced miniature landscape. As a result, this bonsai becomes a captivating focal point on a desk, windowsill or quiet corner.
Because the Serissa grows compactly and accepts pruning well, it remains tidy and easy to shape. Therefore, it suits both beginners and collectors looking for an artistic bonsai with personality.
Caring for Your Serissa Bonsai
Place this species in bright daylight with stable warmth and gentle humidity. Water when the top of the soil feels barely damp, keeping it moist but never waterlogged. Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly during the growing season to support healthy foliage and summer flowers. We also include a free printed care guide for added confidence.
Why Buy from Bonsai Direct
At Bonsai Direct, every premium tree is grown with care, styled by hand and individually photographed so you always receive the exact bonsai shown. Our family-run, eco-conscious nursery uses sustainable horticultural methods, offers friendly expert support and packages each tree securely for safe arrival. When you buy from us, you support a small business dedicated to sharing the joy and artistry of bonsai.
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