Ginseng Ficus Informal Upright Bonsai
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NameGinseng Ficus Informal Upright Bonsai
Species NameFicus microcarpa
Common NameGinseng Ficus
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)25
Container TypeRectangular glazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick, gnarled, S-curved, prominent aerial roots, smooth bark
Foliage TypeEvergreen, small, oval, glossy green leaves
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityStrong and prominent, with well-developed exposed roots
Notable FeaturesThe distinctive thick, gnarled trunk and exposed aerial roots, typical of a 'Ginseng' Ficus, are its most notable features. The ornate pot with hand-painted details and the carved wooden stand enhance its presentation as a penjing.
Description
This Ficus microcarpa bonsai features a thick, gnarled trunk with prominent aerial roots, characteristic of the 'Ginseng' variety. Its vibrant green foliage forms a dense canopy atop a gracefully curved, informal-upright trunk. The tree is presented in a rectangular ceramic pot with painted floral motifs, resting on an ornate wooden stand.
