The banyan fig tree Ficus microcarpa is famous for its aerial roots, which sprout from branches and eventually reach the soil. The tree also has a unique relationship with a wasp that has ...

Ginseng Ficus bonsai tree, also known as Ficus microcarpa, is a popular bonsai variety loved for its unique, gnarled roots and lush foliage. Growing a Ginseng Ficus bonsai can be a rewarding ...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- The banyan fig tree Ficus microcarpa is famous for its aerial roots, which sprout from branches and eventually reach the soil. The tree also has a unique relationship with a ...

Whether you are new to bonsai or ready to grow your living art, this practical guide offers tips on choosing the right trees, ...

"When we sequenced the trees' genomes, we found more segmental duplications in the genome of the banyan tree than in F. hispida, the fig without the aerial roots," Ming said. "Those duplicated ...