Japanese bonsai is priced higher than average plants due to its artistic and cultural value, which not only involves the careful pruning and cultivation process, but also involves the selection of the right pottery and maintenance techniques. The price of bonsai is affected by multiple factors such as tree age, tree species rarity, artistic shape, pot quality and historical background. These factors together determine the market value and collection value of bonsai, making it not only a plant, but also a living work of art.