Mature Chinese Banyan Bonsai
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NameMature Chinese Banyan Bonsai
Species NameFicus microcarpa
Common NameChinese Banyan
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)60
Container Typeoval ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, tapered trunk, exposed roots, strong nebari
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)75
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesExceptional nebari and root flare, very dense and well-ramified canopy, significant trunk girth for its height.
Description
This mature Chinese Banyan bonsai features a remarkably thick, tapered trunk with an outstanding nebari, supporting a dense, rounded canopy of small green leaves. It is presented in an oval ceramic pot on an ornate wooden stand, showcasing decades of careful cultivation.
