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Lighting, temperature, watering, and soil mix.	Listing of plant species and comments. Follow links to see available pages on individual plants.
	Bougainvillea glabra -- Bougainvillea A subtropical plant commonly seen as a flowering vine in gardens. An evergreen in warm climates, it may adapt a deciduous habit in temperate areas. Protect from freezing temperatures.
	Caragana arborescens -- Chinese pea tea This member of the Pea Family has compound leaves and spines. It is a tough adaptable tree. With mild winters it is semi-deciduous.
	Ehretia microphylla -- Fukien tea Also listed as Carmona microphylla and Ehretia buxifolia. Possibly more difficult to grow than other evergreens. Does not like drafts and is sensitive to sudden changes in temperature.
	Ficus species -- Fig There are many species and cultivars of Ficus used for bonsai. They are generally sensitive to drafts and sudden temperature changes. Some species prefer cooler temperatures between 60 and 75 degrees in the winter.
	Ligustrum sinense -- Chinese privet Maximum winter temperature is said to be 68°. Other species include Ligustrum lucidum -- Glossy privet, and Ligustrum japonicum -- Japanese privet.
	Murraya paniculata -- Jasmine orange Will produce scented, white flowers and orange fruits. Can be easily propagated from fresh seeds. Keep soil moist, never let it dry out. Temperatures above 63°.
	Nashia inaguensis -- Bahama berry This tropical shrub from the island of Inagua in the Bahamas likes sunshine and warmth. Water every day - never let it dry out. Place pot over a gravel tray to provide higher humidity. Becoming more common as bonsai.
	Pistacia species -- Pistachio Indoor species include Pistacia chinensis, P. lentiscus, P. terebinthus, and P. vera. Keep soil moist, but not wet, and never let soil dry out. Some or all species need winter temperatures below 68°.
	Podocarpus macrophyllus -- Chinese yew, Buddhist pine, Plum-fruited yew An interesting gymnosperm with fleshy seeds. Also called P. chinensis, P. sinensis. Other species used for bonsai include Podocarpus alpinus, P. nagi, and P. nivalis.
	Punica granatum -- Pomegranate Variety "Nana" is well suited for bonsai. Minimum temperature of 64° to remain evergreen in winter. It is semi-deciduous, retaining some leaves during rest period. Will drop all leaves if colder.
	Sageretia theezans -- Sageretia Also known as Sageretia thea. A sturdy tropical plant in the buckthorn family and very popular with bonsai. Has multi-colored, flaking bark. If temperatures go below 54° it will lose leaves.
	Serissa foetida -- Serissa, Tree of a thousand stars, Snow rose There are many different cultivars. This common bonsai is not hard to keep alive but is very fussy with watering and changes in light and temperature.
	Ulmus parvifolia -- Chinese elm This tree is deciduous or evergreen depending on climate. The dwarf varieties are used extensively for bonsai. It can be trained in all styles.
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