Banyan Tree Bonsai (Ficus benghalensis)
Image: KENPEI (CC BY-SA 3.0)
NameBanyan Tree Bonsai (Ficus benghalensis)
Species NameFicus benghalensis
Common NameBanyan Tree
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)20
Container Typeunspecified
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick branches, smooth bark, light colored bark
Foliage Typeevergreen
Notable FeaturesLarge, prominent leaves with distinct venation; light-colored, sturdy branches.
Description
This close-up image features the distinctive large, oval leaves and sturdy, light-colored branches of a Ficus benghalensis. The foliage displays a vibrant green hue with prominent venation, characteristic of the Banyan tree. While the overall bonsai form is not fully visible, the visible branches suggest an upright growth habit.
