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Ginseng Ficus
Ficus retusa
Botanical family : MoraceaeMaer-Din
Ginseng Ficus (Ficus retusa). Age : 15 years and 11 months. Acquisition Date : 10/18/25. Acquisition method : Yamadori
Age : 15 years and 11 months
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France
Île-de-France
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Oceanic climate with a temperate summer
Climate with moderate temperatures throughout the year, cool summers, and well-distributed precipitation. This climate is typical of western coastal regions.

Sokan
The Sokan style
Twin-trunk style

The Sokan style in bonsai is characterized by the presence of two trunks originating from the same root, symbolizing duality and natural harmony. One trunk is generally more dominant and larger, while the other is smaller, creating an interesting visual contrast. Both trunks should rise in parallel or slightly divergent, while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing line to the eye.
The branches of each trunk are arranged in a way to visually balance the two parts of the tree, with particular attention to prevent the branches of the smaller trunk from being obscured by those of the main trunk. The leaves or needles of Sokan bonsais are arranged to complement the effect of height and volume, accentuating the size difference between the two trunks.
The entire Sokan bonsai projects an image of coexistence and complementarity, reflecting principles of symmetry and balance in a natural context.
Height : 33 cm (13")
Width : Not specified
Nebari : 6 cm (2.4")
Weight : Not specified
Acquisition Date : 10/18/25 (0 year)
Source of acquisition : Les disciples du maîtres des bonsaïs
Acquisition method : Yamadori
Owner's note :
🌿 Signification :
• Maer : en vieux gallois ou néo-elfique, évoque un gardien, un intendant, une sentinelle du vivant.
• Dîn : signifie silence, mais aussi abri ou refuge dans certaines langues anciennes (usage symbolique retrouvé dans Tolkien, par exemple).
🌳 Interprétation symbolique :
Maer-Dîn est un radeau de guetteurs, enracinés ensemble dans le silence fertile. Chaque tronc est un regard, un élan, une voix du sanctuaire. Il ne mène pas, il veille. Il ne crie pas, il ressent. Il avance comme un radeau de présence.
Location : Villennes
ID : Ficus-ret-001