Research regarding capitalization in terrariums of Ficus benjamina species as bonsai

Abstract

The technique of growing plants in the form of bonsai was introduced into Japanese culture about 12 centuries ago by the Chinese, but the terrarium first appeared in 19th century in London, when collectors of rare plants discovered that their transport can be carried out in closed containers. In the current paper, are presented aspects regarding the utilization in terrariums of the species Ficus benjamina directed in the form of bonsai. Three types of pots were used for terrariums: a closed pot, an open legless pot, and an open stemmed pot. After research, it was found that Ficus benjamina has a great capacity to adapt to the bonsai technique and in terrariums.