Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
248973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 61: 146 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248305

Common Names

  • Ant Plant
  • Ant Tree
  • Myrmecodia schlechteri

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Description

Myrmecodia schlechteri (also called Ant Plant, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic plants native to Southeast Asia and Australia. It is a small tree or shrub with succulent leaves and stems. It grows in tropical rainforests, often in the canopy, and is found in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and northern Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Myrmecodia schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Myrmecodia schlechteri var. longispina (Valeton) C.R.Huxley & Jebb
Myrmecodia schlechteri sub. pendula (Merr. & L.M.Perry) C.R.Huxley & Jebb
Myrmecodia schlechteri sub. schlechteri
Myrmecodia schlechteri sub. eraveensis C.R.Huxley & Jebb
Myrmecodia schlechteri sub. kopiagoensis C.R.Huxley & Jebb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrmecodia schlechteri is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrmecodia schlechteri is a slow-growing epiphytic plant that is best suited to warm, humid climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining soil mixture. Propagation is done by stem cuttings, which should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they begin to root.

Where to Find Myrmecodia schlechteri

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

Myrmecodia schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrmecodia schlechteri?

Myrmecodia schlechteri

What type of plant is Myrmecodia schlechteri?

Epiphytic shrub

Where is Myrmecodia schlechteri native to?

Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines

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