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Standing at \u003cstrong\u003e200 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e70 cm diameter pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Ficus microcarpa stands out for its root structure and trunk that remarkably evoke the dynamic and powerful silhouette of a horse: aerial roots arching like moving legs, the trunk bending and stretching like a steed's neck at a gallop, the foliage flowing like a mane in the wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ficus microcarpa 'Horse Shape'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 200 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horse Shape - silhouette evoking a moving horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horse-shaped root structure and trunk - a unique specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indoor plant \/ space with adequate height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen with small, glossy, deep green oval leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Private collections, hotels, showrooms, villas, reception areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium - requires periodic professional maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe art of nature: when a tree becomes a horse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bonsai Ficus Microcarpa Horse Shape is the result of decades of care, guidance, and patience: a master of bonsai art has been able to read the natural growth tendency of this specimen and accommodate it, guide it, amplify it until achieving a shape that extraordinarily naturally evokes the silhouette of a horse. It is not an artificially imposed shape, but a shape that emerged from nature itself, recognized and valued by the expert eye of one who knows how to see the hidden sculpture within every tree. The result is a striking specimen, one that tells a story, that invites you to look and look again, discovering new details every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe symbolism of the horse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn many cultures, the horse symbolizes strength, freedom, speed, nobility, and good fortune. In Chinese culture, the horse is one of the twelve zodiac animals and represents energy, success, and perseverance. Owning a Ficus Horse Shape is considered in many Asian traditions a powerful good luck charm, capable of attracting prosperity and success to the space it inhabits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor excellent spaces and private collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate art and botanical collections\u003c\/strong\u003e - a unique collector's item\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLobbies and atriums of luxury hotels\u003c\/strong\u003e - a scenic presence with narrative impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShowrooms and art galleries\u003c\/strong\u003e - a living work that dialogues with art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVillas and equestrian residences\u003c\/strong\u003e - the perfect symbol for horse lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorporate headquarters\u003c\/strong\u003e - strength, speed, and success in a single specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReception areas\u003c\/strong\u003e - an element of conversation and wonder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir purification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFicus microcarpa is an effective natural air purifier, recognized for its ability to remove formaldehyde, benzene, and other volatile organic compounds from indoor environments. A 200 cm specimen with a 70 cm pot offers a significant leaf surface for effective purification of large environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and positioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor space with abundant natural light and adequate height (minimum 3 meters recommended). Ideal near large windows or in well-lit environments. Once positioned, avoid frequent movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular and moderate. Allow the top 4-5 cm of substrate to dry between waterings. Prefer rainwater or tap water left to stand for 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Periodic professional maintenance for pruning to maintain its characteristic shape, phytosanitary control, and fertilization. Preserving the Horse Shape requires expert and careful pruning. Contact us for a dedicated maintenance plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery and installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the exceptional nature of this specimen - 200 cm in height and a 70 cm pot - delivery and installation require dedicated planning with specialized vehicles and personnel. \u003cstrong\u003eContact us for a personalized quote.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuriosity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe art of shaping trees into animal or figurative forms has ancient roots in topiary and bonsai art. In Asia, animal-shaped trees are considered particularly precious and bearers of positive energy. The \u003cem\u003eFicus microcarpa\u003c\/em\u003e, with its extraordinary ability to develop aerial roots and adapt to human guidance, is the ideal species for creating sculptural forms of this type. Each Horse Shape is the result of a unique dialogue between artist and nature, a dialogue that lasts decades and produces irreplaceable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a unique and unrepeatable specimen. The evocative horse shape is the result of decades of guided natural growth and cannot be replicated. Images are illustrative. For information on availability, delivery, and installation, \u003cstrong\u003eplease contact us directly\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bonsai Ficus Microcarpa Horse Shape is much more than a plant: it is a living sculpture, a symbol of strength and freedom, a work of art from nature that brings beauty, meaning, and wonder to any excellent space that hosts it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PIANTE ITALIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52816764698966,"sku":"2BHS200G","price":2640.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/6042\/6326\/files\/Bonsai_ficus_microcarpa_horse_shape.webp?v=1773469345","url":"https:\/\/www.igiardinidigiulia.it\/en\/products\/bonsai-ficus-microcarpa-horse-shape-d-70-cm","provider":"i Giardini di Giulia ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}