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title: "Got this today as a gift! They said it’s a bonsai but apparently…"
description: "Got this today as a gift! They said it’s a bonsai but apparently there’s quite a few kinds of bonsais out there. Just wanted to know which one specifically so…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/2OB1JXZXRQeo4spB0EojrA/58qwiQDfTka-a4fqG6HMOA"
community: "Plant Identification"
author: "Deus"
published: "2024-03-30T06:38:17.281951Z"
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# Got this today as a gift! They said it’s a bonsai but apparently…

_Posted by Deus on 2024-03-30_

Got this today as a gift! They said it’s a bonsai but apparently there’s quite a few kinds of bonsais out there. Just wanted to know which one specifically so I know what to search up on regarding plant care. (beginner here, first plant ever)

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## 3 comments

### Oatishkay commented on 2024-03-30

I believe it’s a juniper bonsai

### Mullein commented on 2024-03-30

Very pretty! I agree that it’s a juniper. I’m not experienced with bonsai myself, but I think this is a common type for beginners to start with

### Emily420 commented on 2024-09-18

Make sure you keep it outside! And water it often

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