Chinese Chaste Tree Bonsai (Vitex negundo) – Five-Leaved Chaste Tree with pot

Discover the beauty of the Chinese Chaste Tree Bonsai, also known as Five-Leaved Chaste Tree or Vitex negundo. This elegant Asian bonsai features distinctive palmate leaves with 3–5 narrow leaflets, creating a delicate, fern-like appearance that sets it apart from traditional bonsai species.

It has a very long flowering period, producing beautiful clusters of fragrant purple flowers. This makes it a wonderful ornamental bonsai for enjoying flowers, foliage, and attractive branches all year round.

Extremely drought-tolerant and heat-resistant, it is ideal for beginners and thrives in full sun, making it very suitable for California’s climate. The tree responds beautifully to pruning and wiring, developing an attractive trunk and bark over time.

Traditionally in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, both the roots and leaves are valued for their medicinal properties.

This Vitex negundo bonsai is a rare and rewarding choice for bonsai lovers looking for something unique and low-maintenance. Pair it with our Hi-Control slow-release fertilizer for effortless care.