Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This image provided by Jessica Damiano shows a ginseng ficus bonsai tree on display at Hicks Nurseries in Jericho, New York.

When you hear the phrase “Bonsai tree” you probably think of those tiny, ornate trees that people often keep as a sort of desk ornament. But in fact, Bonsai is not a type of tree at all—the word ...

Ginseng ficus is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia and is a member of the Moraceae or mulberry family. It grows best in acidic to neutral soil with higher humidity and full sun from a nearby ...

With their ancient form and elegant art, bonsais are fascinating trees. The art of sculpting trees originated in China, although the word itself is Japanese. Only the rich and influential indulged in ...