Ficus Philippinensis Banyan Bonsai, Exposed Roots (Ficus philippinensis)
$650.00 + $79.95 shipping.
- 48-hour live-arrival guarantee. If it arrives damaged or unhealthy, tell us within 48 hours of delivery and we replace it or refund it in full.
- Ships in 1 to 3 business days. Then 2 to 7 business days in transit, sent to avoid a weekend in the box where possible.
- What arrives. The tree, planted in its bonsai pot and ready to display.
- Indoor tree. Lives indoors; outdoors year round only in USDA zones 9 to 11.
About this Ficus Philippinensis Banyan Bonsai, Exposed Roots (Ficus philippinensis)
Forty-two years of growth have built this Ficus philippinensis to 27 by 28 by 32 inches, the largest tree in this group, with exposed roots and a striking banyan structure, in a 17-inch brown rectangular mica container. The species carries elongated evergreen leaves that emerge bronze before hardening to green, so new growth shows as a flush of colour across the canopy. Like the other figs it is tolerant and trouble-free indoors, asking for warmth, light and consistent watering.
Ficus bonsai care
This is a living Ficus (Ficus microcarpa). Before you buy, this is what it will ask of you:
- Indoor / outdoor
- Indoor tree wherever it frosts; it can summer outdoors while temperatures stay above 60°F (15°C)
- Light
- As much as possible, preferably full sun; low light brings larger leaves and leaf drop
- Water
- Water thoroughly once the surface is slightly dry; overwatering causes root rot
- USDA zones
- 9 to 11 outdoors all year; indoors anywhere colder
- Main risks
- Main risks, not ranked by any source: root rot from overwatering; indoors, too little light
Soil, repotting, pruning, seasonal work and the full pest and disease list are in our free Ficus bonsai care guide.
Specifications
- Item
- BW-TREE-1393
- Price
- $650.00
- Shipping
- $79.95
- Type
- Live tree
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Everything this tree needs
Most trees that die in their first year die of the same three things: the wrong soil, a blunt cut, or being left to guess. These cover all three.
- Tropical Mix Bonsai Soil (indoor trees), 2 lb. (1 quart.), $9.95, Soil blended for tropical and sub-tropical species: generally indoor trees, since they will not take temperatures below freezing…
- Bonsai Training Wire 1.0 mm Aluminum Training Wire, $10.95, The finest gauge in this range at 1.0 mm, and because thin wire weighs so little, a 100 gram coil runs to approximately 154 feet,…
- Slow Release Bonsai Fertilizer Pellets, $7.95, Fertilizer in pellet form, sold in 4 ounce packs. Sprinkle half a tablespoon across the surface of the soil and leave the pellets…
Browse all bonsai trees, tools and soil.
Pots and humidity trays
Your tree arrives potted. For a humidity tray under it, or a new pot when it is time to repot, add one to the same order: ceramic, mica and unglazed pots and drip trays.
Shipping & returns
Ships from our nursery partner for $79.95. See shipping & returns for delivery times and the returns policy that applies to living trees.