Imported Tiger Bark Ficus Bonsai with Elegant Open Branching and Banyan Root Base
This is the exact Imported Tiger Bark Ficus bonsai tree you will receive.
This imported Tiger Bark Ficus has a graceful, open design that feels different from a heavier canopy tree. The trunk rises from a dramatic banyan-style root base, then moves upward through well-spaced branches that create height, rhythm, and negative space. It has the presence of a mature tropical bonsai while still feeling light and refined.
The base is full of character, with aerial roots and exposed roots wrapping down into the soil like an old ficus growing in a tropical landscape. From there, the branching carries the eye upward through multiple foliage pads, giving the tree a tiered, elegant silhouette. This is a strong choice for someone who wants a tropical bonsai with both age and movement, not just a dense ball of foliage.
At 24" tall, this tree has a tall, collected feel and would make a striking vertical accent in a collection. The 10" Yixing ceramic pot has a beautiful blue glaze that adds polish and contrast without overpowering the tree. It is display-ready now, with excellent opportunities for continued refinement.
Why This Tree Stands Out
- Elegant Open Structure: Well-spaced branching and visible negative space give the tree a refined, artistic silhouette.
- Banyan Root Base: Aerial roots and exposed nebari create the mature tropical ficus character collectors want.
- Strong Vertical Presence: At 24" tall, this tree brings height and movement to a bonsai display.
- Defined Foliage Pads: The canopy is arranged in separate pads, giving the tree rhythm and room for future refinement.
- Great Styling Potential: Existing branches offer a strong framework for tightening pads, improving ramification, and refining the silhouette.
- Yixing Ceramic Pot: The 10" Yixing ceramic pot gives the composition a polished, finished presentation.
- Exact Tree Shown: The tree pictured is the exact tree you will receive.
Tree Details
- Species: Tiger Bark Ficus
- Type: Imported Tropical Bonsai
- Height: 24" from table to apex
- Spread: 16"
- Pot: 10" Yixing ceramic pot
- Ships From: Our Florida Nursery
Care Notes
Tiger Bark Ficus is a tropical bonsai and should be protected from cold temperatures. Grow it indoors in bright light or outdoors during warm weather, then bring it inside before temperatures drop below approximately 50°F.
Water when the soil begins to dry, and keep the tree in strong light to support healthy growth. Regular pruning will help tighten the foliage pads, improve ramification, and continue refining the tree’s open branch structure.
Shipping Confidence
This tree will ship from our Florida Nursery. Bonsai Outlet carefully packs each bonsai for transit so it can arrive as safely as possible.
Please Note
This is a living tree. Small changes in leaf growth, color, or minor surface details may occur after photography. All trees are sold as-is. All sales are final - no refunds, returns, or exchanges. Once the tree leaves our nursery, care is your responsibility. Have questions? Just reach out - we're happy to help.
We ship thousands of bonsai trees and supplies each year, and every order is packed with care by our team. Live trees are watered, secured, and packaged to help them arrive safely and ready for their new home.
Live bonsai trees generally ship early in the week, Monday and Tuesday, to reduce time in transit. Tools, pots, soil, fertilizer, and other non-living items usually ship throughout the week.
Bonsai Outlet is a licensed nursery, not just a warehouse. We follow the proper inspection and certification requirements for shipping live plants across state lines. When a state requires additional documentation, such as a nematode certificate or nursery inspection certificate, we work to ensure the proper requirements are met before shipping.
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