The Spiny Black Olive (Terminalia molinetii) is a slow-growing tropical famous for its zigzag branches, fine thorns, and naturally tiered silhouette — despite the name, it does not grow true edible olives. This forest-style planting captures a miniature grove in a single pot, with the species' layered canopy on full display.
One-of-a-kind planting: the forest pictured is the exact planting you will receive, professionally styled by the Bonsai Bar team in a 7" black glazed rectangle pot.
If you have any questions about your tree, reach out to us for a Treeiage call and our horticulture team is happy to help.
Shipping & Arrival
To ensure safe delivery, we prefer to ship trees between Monday and Wednesday at the latest, so your bonsai is never caught in an accidental weekend delay. Some leaf drop during shipment is completely normal. If leaves drop in transit, place your tree in a very sunny spot and water only once the topsoil has dried out — take care not to overwater while the tree has few or no leaves.
Care Guide
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Light: Moderate to high — full to partial sun
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Placement: Indoor or outdoor — happiest outdoors year-round in warm climates
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Water: Moderate — water as needed
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Fertilizer: Moderate feeding through the growing season
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Temperature: Tropical — keep away from freezing temperatures
Specifications
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Botanical name: Terminalia molinetii
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Plant characteristics: Tropical evergreen, small leaf, zigzag branches
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Planting dimensions: approx. 12" × 12" × 15"
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Pot: 7" black glazed rectangle pot
