Ficus Retusa Bonsai Tree
It has a thick pot bellied trunk similar to the ginseng root.
Ficus retusa bonsai tree. Ficus retusa is one of the rare tree species that is able to grow indoors as well as outdoors. Ficus retusa also known as the banyan fig or taiwan ficus is a rapidly growing round broad headed evergreen tree with a beautiful full spread. We have chosen a ficus retusa bonsai over the ficus benjamina and orientalis because they have a more oval shaped leaf. The ficus retusa has an s shaped trunk and dark green oval leaves.
Another popular ficus species is the ficus ginseng. Its small size and thick trunk make it a very decorative plant ideal for modern designer homes. This is also the reason why it is one of the most common bonsai trees. United nursery ficus retusa bonsai tree live indoor houseplant shipped in 6 inch grower pot 16 22 inches tall.
All ficus bonsai trees have milky latex sap. The ficus ginseng is another popular tree. Ficus are also rated as one of the best bonsai for beginners and for low maintenance. They are a nice color and size for decorating your home or as an indoor tree for an office.
The glossy small dark green leathery leaves which alternate up the stem are densely clothed on large somewhat weeping branches. 4 1 out of 5 stars 6.