Ginseng Ficus

Bring a distinctive natural sculpture into your interior with the Ginseng Ficus, an attractive bonsai-style plant known for its thick, exposed roots, sturdy trunk, and compact crown of glossy dark-green leaves. Its unusual form makes every plant unique and creates an elegant focal point for desks, shelves, side tables, reception areas, and office interiors.

Plant Details:

• Common name: Ginseng Ficus / Ginseng Bonsai
• Botanical name: Ficus microcarpa ‘Ginseng’
• Family: Moraceae
• Plant type: Evergreen indoor bonsai-style plant
• Pot size: 15 cm
• Foliage: Small, glossy dark-green leaves
• Trunk: Thick, sculptural exposed roots
• Light: Bright, indirect or filtered light
• Watering: Moderate
• Soil: Fertile, moist but well-drained potting mix
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
• Growth habit: Compact, bushy, and upright
• Suitable for: Homes, offices, desks, shelves, and reception areas
• Maintenance: Moderate

Care Tips:

• Place the plant in bright, indirect light near a window.
• Gentle morning sunlight is suitable, but protect it from intense afternoon sun.
• Water when the upper layer of soil begins to dry.
• Water thoroughly and allow excess water to drain completely.
• Avoid both prolonged dryness and waterlogged soil.
• Keep it in a warm location away from cold air-conditioning drafts.
• Avoid moving the plant frequently, as sudden environmental changes may cause leaf drop.
• Rotate the pot occasionally to promote balanced growth.
• Prune new shoots lightly to maintain its compact bonsai shape.
• Use a diluted, balanced houseplant fertilizer during the active growing season.

Safety Note: Ficus plants contain a milky sap that may irritate the skin and are harmful to pets if eaten. Wear gloves when pruning and keep the plant away from children and pets.

Note: Supplied in a 15 cm nursery pot. The shape of the exposed roots, trunk, foliage, size, and fullness will vary naturally from one plant to another. Decorative outer pot is not included unless stated otherwise.