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 Typecustom landscape container
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresthick, gnarled, tapered, well-developed nebari
Foliage Typebroadleaf evergreen
Height (cm)110
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesImpressive trunk girth and dense canopy, displayed prominently in a garden setting with a decorative white stone.
Description
This mature Chinese Banyan bonsai features a remarkably thick, gnarled trunk with excellent taper and a dense, dark green canopy. Its established presence and well-developed nebari are characteristic of an old, well-maintained specimen.
