ficus indoor bonsai tree Chinese Banyan (Ficus microcarpa)

ficus indoor bonsai tree Chinese Banyan (Ficus microcarpa)This is the full sized outdoor Chinese Banyan not the miniature bonsai version, but a 1. 52. 0 m landscape grade tree with the dense, rounded canopy and aerial root character that make Ficus microcarpa one of the most iconic tropical trees. It is a versatile shade tree and screening plant that brings a lush, established feel to any garden. Available at AED 1,950. Key Features 1. 52. 0 m landscape grade specimen the full sized outdoor version of this

This is the full-sized outdoor Chinese Banyan — not the miniature bonsai version, but a 1.5–2.0 m landscape-grade tree with the dense, rounded canopy and aerial root character that make Ficus microcarpa one of the most iconic tropical trees. It is a versatile shade tree and screening plant that brings a lush, established feel to any garden. Available at AED 1,950.

Key Features

• 1.5–2.0 m landscape-grade specimen — the full-sized outdoor version of this popular species
• Dense, rounded evergreen canopy of glossy dark green leaves that provides effective shade and privacy
• Develops characterful aerial roots and a buttressed trunk base as it matures — a striking feature
• Fast-growing and vigorous once established, quickly filling out into a substantial shade tree
• Available at AED 1,950 — a premium specimen ready for immediate landscape impact

Why It Works in Dubai

Ficus microcarpa is one of the most adaptable tropical trees available and is already widely used across UAE landscapes, from hotel grounds to private gardens. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerates sandy and alkaline soils, and handles Dubai’s extreme summer heat without issue. Its dense canopy provides genuine shade and its vigorous root system makes it drought-tolerant once established. The species responds well to pruning, so you can maintain it at your preferred size and shape. Note: this is the outdoor landscape version — we also carry the compact indoor Ficus Ginseng Bonsai at 30–35 cm and 60–90 cm for tabletop and interior use.

Care Snapshot

Light: full sun to partial shade; thrives in bright, warm positions
Water: moderate; water deeply 2–3 times per week during summer, reduce in cooler months
Soil: adaptable; performs well in sandy, loamy, and moderately alkaline soils with good drainage

What You’ll Receive

A healthy Chinese Banyan (Ficus microcarpa) at 1.5–2.0 m height, supplied in a nursery container ready for landscape planting. For the compact indoor bonsai version, see our Ficus Ginseng Bonsai listings at 30–35 cm and 60–90 cm.

*Actual product may vary slightly from the image shown. Landscape trees require professional planting for best results — visit our store for expert advice.