Origin
South America
Light
Dappled shade
Watering
Twice a week
Care
Expert
Flowering
Foliage
Indoor
Ficus Ginseng
With its spectacular swollen trunk and small crown of glossy leaves, the Ficus Ginseng is an elegant indoor bonsai that's surprisingly easy to live with.
Care Profile
A guide to ensuring your botanical companion thrives.
Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
Bright indirect
Watering
Weekly
Maintenance
Easy
The sculptural bonsai of Southeast Asia
Native to Southeast Asia, the Ficus Ginseng charms with its aerial roots thickened into a unique bulbous trunk, topped by dense, glossy green foliage.
Hardy and tolerant, it brings the serenity of a bonsai without the complex care, making it an ideal living piece for beginners.
"The Ficus Ginseng condenses the majesty of a tree into the size of a pot."
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Styling Tip 01
Bright Indirect Light
Give it bright indirect light; avoid moving it too often, as it drops leaves when stressed.
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Styling Tip 02
Moderate Watering
Let the soil surface dry between waterings; it dislikes excess water at the roots.
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Styling Tip 03
Clean Leaves
Wipe its leaves with a damp cloth and mist occasionally to preserve their shine.
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Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
Low to bright
Watering
Weekly
Care
Easy
Flowering
Foliage