Large Philippine Fig Bonsai
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NameLarge Philippine Fig Bonsai
Species NameFicus microcarpa
Common NameChinese Banyan
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)70
Container Typelarge, shallow ceramic pot (partially obscured)
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, mature bark, curved trunk
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)180
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityobscured
Notable FeaturesThis is a very large and highly valued specimen, actively being worked on by a bonsai artist at a public convention. Its dense foliage and mature trunk are indicative of significant age and expert care.
Description
This is a magnificent, large tropical fig bonsai, likely a Ficus microcarpa, being meticulously refined by an expert artist. It showcases a dense, rounded canopy and a thick, mature trunk with graceful curves, indicating decades of careful cultivation. The specimen's substantial size and refined structure contribute to its high estimated value.
