Ficus palmeri Thick Roots Wrap Around Objects Bonsai 1

Ficus palmeri is a great bonsai display plant because it has thick tuberous roots that warp around other objects such as rocks. In nature, the tree grows high on rocky cliffs or around other conventional trees. The roots extend down until they find a water source, then begin to thicken. Great habitat photos and descriptions can be found at waynesword.palomar.edu/arimg6a.htm. For the hobbyist the growth of the trees can be controlled by restricting it to a pot. The leaves will dry and drop when it is dry. New leaves will grow after watering. You are selecting the plant size pictured.