Banyan-style Ficus Bonsai
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NameBanyan-style Ficus Bonsai
Species NameFicus microcarpa
Common NameChinese Banyan
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)40
Container Typerectangular ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick_base, tapering, aerial_roots, gnarled
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesProminent aerial roots creating a wide, stable base and a dense, mature canopy.
Description
This Ficus bonsai displays a mature, broad canopy and a robust, tapering trunk with visible aerial roots descending towards the soil. Its dense foliage creates a powerful, ancient impression, characteristic of banyan trees, showcasing significant age and careful cultivation.
