Gnarled Ficus Temple Bonsai
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NameGnarled Ficus Temple Bonsai
Species NameFicus microcarpa
Common NameChinese Banyan
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)80
Container Typecustom stone container
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, tapering, exposed roots
Foliage Typeevergreen
Height (cm)130
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesProminent nebari and ancient, gnarled appearance, housed in a large, integrated stone planter.
Description
This impressive bonsai features a thick, gnarled trunk with significant character and a broad, dense canopy of small, vibrant green leaves. Its robust structure and well-developed nebari suggest considerable age and meticulous cultivation, making it a prominent feature of the temple grounds.
