Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brysiana
ID:
248992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lem.) G.C.Kenn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 43: 210 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248324



Common Names

  • Ant Plant
  • Ant Tree
  • Myrmecophila brysiana


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Synonyms

  • Schomburgkia brysiana Lem. [unknown]

Description

Myrmecophila brysiana (also called Brys' Myrmecophila, 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

Myrmecophila brysiana is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and large, fragrant flowers. It can be used as a groundcover or in hanging baskets, and its flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrmecophila brysiana 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

Myrmecophila brysiana 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 Myrmecophila brysiana

Myrmecophila brysiana can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Myrmecophila brysiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrmecophila brysiana?

Myrmecophila brysiana

What type of plant is Myrmecophila brysiana?

Epiphytic orchid

Where is Myrmecophila brysiana native to?

Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-132039: Based on the initial data import
Charles Antoine Lemaire (1800-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lem.' in the authors string.
George Clayton Kennedy (1919-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.C.Kenn.' in the authors string.