About Bonsai in Malaysia

Malaysian Bonsai and Suiseki Clubs

Bonsai Art - The House of Little Dragons

Bonsai Nurseries & Suiseki suppliers

Pot suppliers

The Auyin Hill Resort - Malacca

The Malaysia Agriculture Park - Selangor

Chinatown - Selangor

Useful Information about Malaysia - Bonsai and Suiseki Exhibitions

It was evident when I was in Malaysia recently that Bonsai is strongly supported by a good number of dedicated enthusiasts, some species which are used in Malaysia for Bonsai are various Ficus species, Juniperus, Triphasia trifolia, Senai, Ehretia microphylla, Pemphis acidula and the Wrightia religiosa which is the most popular plant used for Bonsai in Malaysia. I would call this Wrightia religiosa the king of Bonsai for this region, it can be used for all styles and sizes, and is so adaptable that I saw it shown in full leaf, completely leaf trimmed, and in full bloom. In this warm tropical climate it will flower and bloom in 2 weeks if completely leaf pruned, and when flowering it is completely covered in small hanging white blooms that give off an exotic scent. I am also told that it is quite popular among the more rural towns folks to plant and grow Bonsai. There are a number of Bonsai nurseries around the country, and a number of places that sell Suiseki. Bonsai can also be found in some of the Chinese Temples in Batu Pahat (a town in Johor state). Batu Pahat (a town in Johor state).

Malaysia Bonsai and Suiseki Society
The Society has been in existence for more than 10 years & Currently has approximately 400 members from all over Malaysia. Its objective is to promote the healthy hobby of bonsai and suiseki to the general public by holding regularly events such as exhibitions, bonsai and suiseki auction dinners, workshops and bonsai tours.

The society holds bonsai workshop every Sunday from 10 am to 12 noon at its current club premise at PYRUS GARDEN, 32, Jalan Nyaman 12, Bukit Indah, Off Jalan Kelang Lama, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, with the aim of teaching the art of bonsai to those interested. Admission is free and all those interested are welcome. Interested members of the public are encouraged to bring their bonsai plant to enable our "bonsai sifu" to guide them in the proper care and cultivation of the bonsai.

A similar workshop will eventually be held for suiseki with the aim of promoting the art of suiseki. The details of this workshop will be announced soon.

Malaysia Bonsai & Suiseki Society
No 95, Jalan Rukun Lima, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel: 603-79809706 Fax: 603-79840548 Email: rsee@nasioncom.net

There is a Suiseki Club in Malaysia - The Malaysian Stone Lover Society. Unfortunately I have no information about this Club. You may be able to find out more by contacting Abu Hassan, who is a member of this club.

Bonsai Art - Curry Kuah - Kuala Lumpur
Have a look at Curry Kuah's new website, besides the traditional bonsai styles, he creates different artistic styles and shapes.Through his website he shares his personal experiences and creative aspects of bonsai and takes you on an exciting journey into the world of artistic bonsai..

Bonsai Art - The House of Little Dragons - Kuala Lumpur
I'm a Malaysian Chinese living in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and have been keeping bonsai for more than fifteen years as a hobby. From my personal experience I find this hobby most relaxing and challenging especially creating some artistic styles and shapes. It is for these reasons that I would like to share with you my experience by creating the Bonsai Art CD, a lot of thought, effort and time have been put on the Bonsai Art CD to make it as attractive and as simple as possible for you to follow.

Taad Redah Hutan Untuk Hasilkan Bonsai - about Bonsai in Malay

Bonsai (Hj Taad Bin Aid) - Merlimau - I am led to believe that there is a Bonsai Nursey in Merlimau Town, which is just 25 km from Malacca and situated in the Jasin District.

Bonsai Nurseries & Suiseki suppliers
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Goodsea Trading (M) Sdn. Bhd. - Machap, Johor, Malaysia - Pots
This is an ancestral career and business for The company has its ancestoral origin from Chao Zhou, a place which is famous with its pottery and porcelain artworks in China. The Company's present management is the second generation in Malaysia since its ancestor immigrated from Chao Zhou in 1940s. Continued from the ancestral's blood, professional knowledge and experiences in this industry, the present management is well mastering the techniques and skills of processing the overall clay/ceramic/pottery and porcelain production, and specialises in manufacturing, import, export, wholesale and retail of these products.
Location: 36, Jalan Besar, Kg. Machap, 86200 Simpang Rengam, Johor, Malaysia Tel No. : 006-07-754 1482, 006-07-75 41388 Fax: 006-07-754 1542 E-mail: goodsea@tm.net.my

China Trade Hub - Pots
Location: Lot 3960, Jalan Tuanku Antah, 70100 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan Darul Khusus, Malaysia. Tel. 606-762 8899 Fax. 606-762 0729 Email: enquiry@china-trade-hub.com

The Auyin Hill Resort - Durian Tunggal, Malacca
Today Auyin has more than a dozen gardens, walls and screening trees have been aesthetically used to obscure unwanted scenery and highlight favourable views. The other delights of the feng shui garden are pathways and pavilions, bridges over beautiful oriental pools and partitioning walls with interestingly shaped windows, reminiscent of Chinese history and mythology. Unfortunately I did not see any bonsai when I was here recently (ed). The resort is located a short distance from the town of Malacca, and is open between 8 am and 8 pm
Located: No 13, Simpang Gading, Durian Tunggal, 76100 Melaka. Tel : 06-5532864 Fax : 06-5532212

The Malaysia Agriculture Park - Selangor
The Malaysia Agriculture Park is the first and so far the only agro-forestry park in the world. The Park displays the various agricultural forms and modes used in the Malaysia against a splendid backdrop of virgin jungle. The main objective of the 1,295 hectare park is to serve as a permanent exhibition centre for the development and progress of agriculture in the country. Its beauty and uniqueness is open to the general public so that they too may savor the splendor and the wealth of the nation's agricultural heritage, and caters for a fast growing number of foreign tourists. I'm not sure if there are any Bonsai here but this photo from the park shows a shaped potted tree. Open Tuesday - Sunday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

Agro-Tourism - link to other National Parks in Malaysia

Chinatown - Selangor

Located at Petaling Street, is one of the city's famous souvenir hunting grounds. Similar to the Temple Street in Hong Kong or the Snake Alley in Taipei, Chinatown is brimmed with vigor and life, be it day or night. Treat yourself to the many Chinese delicacies; the roasted duck here's a hit with both local and foreign tourists. You'll never know what will catch your fancy, and if you're doing some shopping, remember to bargain.