Bonsai
Bonsai (bɒnˈsaɪ)
Bonsai is a Japanese art form that involves the cultivation of miniature trees in containers. The term "bonsai" is derived from the Japanese words "bon," meaning tray, and "sai," meaning tree.
Etymology
The word "bonsai" is of Japanese origin, coming from the Chinese term "penzai." The practice of bonsai was first developed in China over a thousand years ago and was later adopted by the Japanese. The term "bonsai" itself was not used until the 19th century.
Related Terms
- Horticulture: The science and art of growing plants, including the cultivation of medicinal plants, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs, sprouts, mushrooms, algae, flowers, seaweeds and non-food crops such as grass and ornamental trees and plants.
- Pruning: The selective removal of certain parts of a plant, such as branches, buds, or roots.
- Potting: The process of planting a plant in a pot.
- Aesthetics: A branch of philosophy that explores the nature of art, beauty, and taste, with the creation and appreciation of beauty.
- Zen Buddhism: A school of Mahayana Buddhism that originated in China during the Tang dynasty as Chan Buddhism.
See Also
- Penjing: The ancient Chinese art of depicting artistically formed trees, other plants, and landscapes in miniature.
- Ikebana: The Japanese art of flower arrangement.
- Suiseki: The Japanese art of stone appreciation.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bonsai
- Wikipedia's article - Bonsai
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