Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ferox
ID:
248932

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.R.Huxley & Jebb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Blumea 37: 329 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248264

Common Names

  • Myremecodia ferox
  • Ant Plant
  • Ant Plantlet

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Description

Myrmecodia ferox (also called Ferocious Ant Plant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plant native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It is a shrub-like plant that grows on other trees, typically in rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Myrmecodia ferox is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrmecodia ferox has small, yellow flowers that are borne on the tips of the branches. The flowers are followed by small, round, red fruits that contain one or two seeds. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are reddish-brown.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrmecodia ferox is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Myrmecodia ferox

Myrmecodia ferox is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia and Australia. It is found in the wild in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Papua New Guinea.

Myrmecodia ferox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrmecodia ferox?

Myrmecodia ferox

What is the natural habitat of Myrmecodia ferox?

Myrmecodia ferox is native to the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

What is the average size of Myrmecodia ferox?

Myrmecodia ferox typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Matthew Jebb (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jebb' in the authors string.
Camilla Rose Huxley (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.R.Huxley' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:971938-1: Based on the initial data import