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ric. 2, MJatsu, or Japanese Pine. 
flower pot. 
This specimen is planted in a Tokonabe 
The trunk and branches are elaborately trained and the age of 
the specimen is about twenty-five years. 
‘he pine tree is very popular in Japan, and is widely cultivated for the 
Bonsai (potted plants or trees). is often associated with the bamboo 
(Take) and plum (Ume). The Chinese pronunciation for these three plants 
is Sho, Chiku, and Bai. The pine is a symbol for unchanging, the bamboo 
for straight-forwardness, and the plum for perseverance and fragrance. T 
combination of the three is considered an auspicious grouping, and_ their 
sat are favorite decorations 
parties. (6180) 
for weddings, birthdays, and longevity 
