Banyan Bonsai with Extensive Aerial Roots
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NameBanyan Bonsai with Extensive Aerial Roots
Species NameFicus benghalensis
Common NameBanyan Tree
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)40
Container Typeunglazed terracotta pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresaerial roots, fused trunks, multiple trunks
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesExtensive and prominent aerial roots that have developed into a thick, intertwined base, giving the tree a unique, ancient appearance and forming a significant part of its structure.
Description
This mature Banyan bonsai showcases a dense network of aerial roots that have thickened and fused, forming a complex, multi-stemmed base. Its broad, leathery leaves create a lush, rounded canopy, characteristic of the species, thriving in a tropical climate.
