Ficus retusa Bonsai
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NameFicus retusa Bonsai
Species NameFicus retusa
Common NameGinseng Ficus
Bonsai Styleroot-over-rock
Estimated Age (years)20
Container TypeNot visible
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, textured bark, fused trunk sections, prominent basal structure
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)Not visible
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitystrong
Notable FeaturesHighly textured and aged bark with a thick, gnarled, and fused basal trunk structure.
Description
This Ficus retusa bonsai exhibits a highly developed and gnarled trunk, characteristic of its estimated 20-year age. The bark displays significant texture with horizontal striations and small protuberances, suggesting a robust and mature specimen. Its thick, fused basal structure is a prominent feature.
