Tree of a Thousand Stars – Serissa foetida Indoor Bonsai
Overall Height ~ 28cm Age: 8yrs

Tree of a thousand Stars/Snowrose bonsai [Serissa foetida]

Price range: £49.99 through £55.98

SKU: IDStar8

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This bundle includes:

Standard Serissa build a bonsai

Flowering Tree of a Thousand Stars/Snowrose 8 years

PLastic drip tray

Drip Tray Options for Standard Pots

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This elegant Serissa foetida bonsai offers a graceful Literati-style trunk, glossy miniature leaves, and beautiful star-shaped summer flowers. Its symbolism of hope and good fortune makes it a meaningful gift or calming indoor feature. Grown with care at our family-run nursery, each tree is full of character and natural artistry. Presented in a classic blue ceramic pot with an optional drip tray, it brings beauty and balance into any home.

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  • 1xFlowering Tree of a Thousand Stars/Snowrose 8 years
  • 1xDrip Tray Options for Standard Pots
Description

Tree of a Thousand Stars – Serissa foetida Indoor Bonsai

An Elegant Literati-Style Bonsai with Starry Summer Blooms

Introduce delicate beauty and natural artistry into your home with this enchanting Tree of a Thousand Stars. This 8-year-old Serissa foetida, now styled in a graceful Literati form, displays an expressive twisty trunk, creamy bark tones, and fine, fresh green leaves. During mid-to-late summer, it bursts into a canopy of tiny white, star-shaped flowers that light up the tree like a constellation.

Please note: This listing uses a generic photograph. Your bonsai will be very similar, but each tree has its own unique character.

A Bonsai of Poise, Movement & Miniature Detail

This beautiful Serissa foetida showcases a slender, elegant trunk line free of lower branches, typical of the Literati style. The gentle curves and exposed root interest give the tree a sense of age and quiet storytelling. Small, glossy leaves create a soft, airy canopy that contrasts beautifully with the light bark. When the summer flowers appear, their crisp white petals create a magical “thousand stars” effect that makes this variety truly unforgettable.

Symbolism Full of Meaning & Encouragement

Across culture and tradition, the Snowrose has long symbolised:

  • Hope

  • Good luck

  • Well-being

Its winding movement and delicate blooms capture the balance between strength and grace. This makes the Serissa an especially thoughtful gift for new beginnings, personal challenges, or heartfelt milestones.

Styled with Care at Our Devon Nursery

Every Serissa bonsai we offer has been nurtured, shaped, and selected by the Bonsai Direct family team. We grow each tree individually—not mass-produced—focusing on character, balance, and long-term beauty. Our sustainable, hands-on approach ensures that every bonsai we send is full of life, personality, and craftsmanship.

What’s Included

  • An 8-year-old Literati-style Serissa foetida bonsai

  • Classic blue ceramic bonsai pot

  • Drip tray options

  • Free printed Bonsai Direct care leaflet

This variety responds well to gentle pruning and offers rewarding seasonal interest, making it suitable for enthusiastic beginners as well as experienced growers. If you would like to see other Serissa bonsai trees please CLICK HERE.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Flowering - Small White Star Shaped Flowers
Pot Size (cm)
15 x 10
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
Difficulty
Intermediate - Likes a warm position & does not like to be too wet
Maintenance
Positioning: Prefers bright, indirect light and steady warmth.
Watering: Keep soil slightly damp; do not allow it to dry out. Prefers not to be wet.
Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly following the instructions on the bottle.
Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.
Repotting: Repot every two-three years using free-draining bonsai compost.
Note: Can live outside during summer months but protect from frost.
Pet Friendly
Yes
Bonsai Variety

Tree of a Thousand Stars [Serissa foetida]
The Tree of a thousand stars (Serissa foetida) is a lovely indoor bonsai with an abundance of beautiful star-shaped small white flowers during mid-late summer. The textured creamy bark and artistic root structure make this a truly ornamental indoor bonsai choice. This bonsai has beautiful proportions with naturally small, elongated smooth edged leaves.

Delivery

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Service When will it arrive? Charge
Standard Delivery
(England, Wales & Southern Scotland)		 Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date FREE
Premium AM
(Weekdays before 1pm)		 Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £8.99
Weekend Delivery Chosen Saturday or Sunday £8.99
Highlands & Islands
AB37–38, AB54–56, FK17–21, GY, HS, IV1–63, JE, KA27–28, KW1–17, PA20–49, PA60–78, PH19–26, PH30–40, PH42–44, PH49–50, TR21–25, ZE		 Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
Northern Ireland Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
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Bonsai Care

🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
Care What to do How often
Step 1 Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. Upon arrival
On arrival In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. Once on day 1
Position Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. All year
Water Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. Daily check
Mist Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. Once or twice a week
Feed Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. Species dependant
Prune Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. As needed
Health If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. If issues arise
🌿 Don’t worry! Your detailed printed care guide walks you through everything step by step.
🎥 Extra help & videos are available on our website.
✅ Every bonsai is checked, watered & securely packaged before dispatch.
Expert Overview by our expert

Expert Overview by our expert

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Expert Opinion from Holly – Indoor Bonsai Specialist at Bonsai Direct

“I’ve always had a soft spot for the Tree of a Thousand Stars. Of all the bonsai we grow, the Serissa foetida is the one that seems to have its own little personality. It never just ‘sits’ there quietly — it always looks like it’s mid-dance, especially in this Literati style. That slim, twisty trunk gives it such elegant movement, almost like a brushstroke in the air, and I love how it manages to look delicate and confident at the same time.

When it flowers, it genuinely feels like a small celebration. Those tiny white blooms appear in little bursts, like someone sprinkled stars across the canopy. Every time I see a Serissa coming into flower, I still stop for a moment to appreciate it — even after years of growing them. They’re joyful, expressive, and a bit theatrical, which makes them great fun to live with.

What I also admire about this variety is how much meaning it carries in such a compact little frame. Hope, resilience, good fortune — they’re lovely sentiments, but the tree actually looks like those qualities. There’s something quietly uplifting about it, especially on a windowsill or a desk where you see it every day.

If you enjoy bonsai with character and movement, this is a wonderful choice. It’s one of those trees that seems to develop a bond with its grower, and it brings a surprising amount of charm and conversation into a room. A little tree with a lot to say — that’s how I’d describe it.”

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