Chinese Banyan Informal Upright Bonsai
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NameChinese Banyan Informal Upright Bonsai
Species NameFicus microcarpa
Common NameChinese Banyan
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)25
Container TypeOval ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresgnarled, thick, exposed roots
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesExceptionally well-developed and exposed nebari, giving the tree a strong, ancient appearance and excellent stability.
Description
This specimen features a robust, gnarled trunk with impressive, spreading nebari that anchors it firmly in its oval pot. Its dense, evergreen foliage forms a compact canopy, characteristic of a well-maintained tropical bonsai. The overall composition suggests maturity and careful cultivation.
