It requires minimal care compared to other bonsai, making it a great ... to be nurtured before their thick trunks grow. Botanical name: Ficus ginseng, Ficus retusa and Ficus microcarpa.

Growing a bonsai is more than just caring for a miniature tree. It’s an art, a craft and an ancient meditative practice.

Different bonsai trees require different levels of care, so it’s worth ... Hill says. The ficus ginseng, for example, is a tropical plant, so likes a bright spot in the home – for example ...

This image provided by Jessica Damiano shows a ginseng ficus bonsai tree on display ... After bringing your bonsai home, place it in a spot that accommodates its specific sunlight and temperature ...

This image provided by Jessica Damiano shows a ginseng ficus bonsai tree on display at Hicks Nurseries in Jericho, New York. (Jessica Damiano via AP) ...