Ficus coronata
Family
Moraceae
Origin
South East Asia
Description
The sandpaper fig is a small tree which may reach the dimensions of 6-12 m (20-39 ft) tall by 3-5 m (9.8-16.4 ft) wide, although is generally smaller. The trunk is dark brown, and the ovate or elliptical leaves are 5-15 cm (2.0-5.9 in) long by 2-5 cm (0.79-1.97 in) wide and very scabrous (rough) like sandpaper on the upper side. The new growth is hairy. The succulent oval fruit is around 1.5 cm (0.59 in) long and covered in dense hairs.
Specifications
Age : 2.5 - 3 Years
Size (Approx) : L X W X H : 5.5" x 4" x 6"
Note : The plant might differ a little than the picture as each Bonsai is created differently.
Environment
Most ficus Bonsai trees can produce aerial roots in their natural habitat, which are often presented in appealing Bonsai creations with many aerial root pillars or root over rock styles. To enable aerial root growth in our homes a humidity of nearly 100% must be achieved artificially. You can use a glass cover, fish tank or a construction with transparent sheets for this purpose. Aerial roots grow down vertically from the branches and when they reach the soil they develop into strong pillar-like trunks. In tropical climates a single tree can become a forest-like structure and cover an enormous expanse.
