Do you know how to classify your bonsai by its size? Don't worry, most people don't. And even fewer know enough to ask. But it can be an interesting conversation piece for bonsai enthusiasts. Ad as you'll see from our chart, understanding the size classifications is all in the hands.
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Japanese classification | Required hands to move bonsai | Approximate size |
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Imperial | Eight-handed bonsai | 60 to 80 inches |
Hachi-uye | Six-handed bonsai | 40 to 60 inches |
Dai or Omono | Four-handed bonsai | 30 to 48 inches |
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Chiu or Chumono | Two-handed bonsai | 16 to 36 inches |
Katade-mochi | One-handed bonsai | 10 to 18 inches |
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Komono | One-handed bonsai | 6 to 10 inches |
Mame | One-handed bonsai | 5 to 8 inches |
Shito or Keshitsubo | Fingertip bonsai | Under 2 inches |
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Shito, Mame and Komono are also known as SHOHIN
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