Banten bonsai in big demand

Banten bonsai in big demand

CILEGON, West Java: Bonsais, or dwarf plants, produced in
Banten are much sought after by collectors from all corners of
Indonesia, according to local collectors.

Ichwan Maza and Ivan, who presented their collection at an
exhibition here, said one of the most widely desired plants is
the Santigi, which is found only in Banten, the westernmost part
of West Java.

The local chapter of the Association of Bonsai Lovers is
holding an exhibition here as part of the ongoing Banten cultural
festival, the Antara news agency said. The exhibition ends on
Sept. 3.

More than 600 bonsais are being displayed.

Ichwan and Ivan said the Banten bonsais are widely sought
after because they are considered to be less inexpensive than
those sold in major cities. (emb)