Mature Chinese Banyan Bonsai
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NameMature Chinese Banyan Bonsai
Species NameFicus microcarpa
Common NameChinese Banyan
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)70
Container Typeoval unglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, good taper, well-developed nebari
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)55
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesImpressive trunk girth and dense, well-ramified canopy.
Description
This is a mature, broadleaf evergreen bonsai featuring a thick, gnarled trunk with excellent taper and a well-developed nebari. Its dense, rounded canopy is meticulously shaped, showcasing years of dedicated cultivation. The specimen is displayed in a traditional unglazed ceramic pot on a wooden stand within a classical Asian courtyard.
