Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
exaltata
ID:
248997

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 43: 211 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248329

Common Names

  • Ant Plant
  • Ant Tree
  • Myrmecophila exaltata

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Synonyms

  • Schomburgkia exaltata Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Schomburgkia tibicinis exaltata (Kraenzl.) H.G.Jones [unknown]

Description

Myrmecophila exaltata (also called 'Giant Ant Plant', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is a terrestrial plant with large, glossy, green leaves and a single, erect inflorescence. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and northern South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myrmecophila exaltata 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrmecophila exaltata 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 exaltata 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 exaltata

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

Myrmecophila exaltata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrmecophila exaltata?

Myrmecophila exaltata

What type of plant is Myrmecophila exaltata?

Epiphytic orchid

Where is Myrmecophila exaltata 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-132044: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
George Clayton Kennedy (1919-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.C.Kenn.' in the authors string.