Banyan Fig Bonsai
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NameBanyan Fig Bonsai
Species NameFicus benghalensis
Common NameBanyan Tree
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)40
Container TypeRectangular unglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick base, fused aerial roots, gnarled texture, tapering trunk
Foliage TypeBroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)50
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityExcellent
Notable FeaturesExtremely prominent and fused aerial root system forming a wide, stable base, characteristic of a well-developed Banyan bonsai.
Description
This mature Banyan bonsai features an exceptionally developed nebari with numerous fused aerial roots forming a massive, gnarled base. Its broad, evergreen leaves create a dense, rounded canopy, showcasing the tree's tropical vigor. The tree exhibits significant age and careful cultivation to achieve its impressive root structure.
