Myrmecophila christinae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
christinae
ID:
248995
Status:
valid
Authors:
Carnevali & Gómez-Juárez
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 5(2): 434 (2001).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248327
Common Names
- Ant Plant
- Ant Tree
- Myrmecophila christinae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrmecophila christinae (also called Christina's 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 christinae is a tropical plant native to Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Myrmecophila christinae var. christinaeFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myrmecophila christinae 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrmecophila christinae 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 christinae
Myrmecophila christinae can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Myrmecophila christinae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrmecophila christinae?
Myrmecophila christinae
What type of plant is Myrmecophila christinae?
Epiphytic orchid
Where is Myrmecophila christinae native to?
Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines
Species in the Myrmecophila genus
Myrmecophila brysiana, Myrmecophila christinae, Myrmecophila exaltata, Myrmecophila galeottiana, Myrmecophila grandiflora, Myrmecophila humboldtii, Myrmecophila laguna-guerrerae, Myrmecophila thomsoniana, Myrmecophila tibicinis, Myrmecophila wendlandii, Myrmecophila parkinsoniana, Myrmecophila rechingeriana,
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-132041: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Mauro P. Gómez-Juárez (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gómez-Juárez' in the authors string.