Jennijen67
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What type of bonsai is this and what's next?

Hello!

My friend moved to a new apartment and this little guy was left behind inside on the window sill. Since every plant dies in her care, she gave it to me. It's tiny, only about 6 inches tall.

Have been doing lots of reading and researching but since this is my first bonsai, hoping to get some experienced advice!

Wondering what plant this is? A ficus is my best guess but not sure exactly which type.

I'm thinking it'll definately need a new pot!

Is it okay to do a first pruning? If so, where do you recommend the cut be?

Thanks everyone!
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LynnaPiazza
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Hi!
It looks like a Desert Rose (Adenium).

The first one I bought died of root rot -- turns out the soil I used had these little splices of wood. I also placed it outside, which where I live is so humid it feels like an open sauna outside at least 6 months of the year. So with the rain came fungus, and root rot.

There's a lot of good info about how to water these plants, weather conditions, etc.

Hope this helps.



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