Banyan Fig Bonsai with Aerial Roots
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NameBanyan Fig Bonsai with Aerial Roots
Species NameFicus benghalensis
Common NameBanyan Fig
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)30
Container TypeRectangular ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresaerial roots, fused roots, thick trunk
Foliage TypeBroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)55
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityExcellent
Notable FeaturesExtensive and well-developed aerial roots that have fused to form a complex, multi-pillar trunk system, giving the tree a very ancient and established appearance.
Description
This Ficus bonsai showcases a magnificent display of aerial roots that have descended and fused, creating a dense, pillar-like trunk structure. Its broad, evergreen leaves form a lush, rounded canopy, characteristic of a mature Banyan tree. The specimen exhibits significant age and careful cultivation to achieve its unique form.
