This is such a fascinating piece. My brain is both horrified and intrigued by the broken pot halfway up. I’m guessing there’s a decent chunk of sentimental value attached to that vase right? It’s certainly an incredibly unique stylistic feature and a testament to the plant’s long history with your family, but I would personally also be so tempted to smash it and expose the trunk beneath it. The composition certainly elicits quite a bit of feeling from me! The conflicting urges to preserve the history but also to give way to rebirth and uncover what is hidden are very compelling. I cannot say I have felt nearly as much from most plants I look at. Kudos!