Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tibicinis
ID:
249006

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bateman) Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 25: 51 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248338

Common Names

  • Ant Plant
  • Ant Tree
  • Myrmecophila tibicinis

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Synonyms

  • Laelia tibicinis (Bateman ex Lindl.) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Schomburgkia brysiana intermedia H.G.Jones [unknown]
  • Schomburgkia campecheana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Schomburgkia intermedia (H.G.Jones) Withner [unknown]
  • Schomburgkia tibicinis (Bateman) Bateman ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Bletia tibicinis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cattleya tibicinis Beer [unknown]
  • Epidendrum tibicinis Bateman [unknown]
  • Laelia tibicinis Bateman [unknown]

Description

Myrmecophila tibicinis (also called 'Tibicen's Ant Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in humid montane forests, often growing on trees or rocks in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Myrmecophila tibicinis 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

Myrmecophila tibicinis has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrmecophila tibicinis 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 tibicinis

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

Myrmecophila tibicinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrmecophila tibicinis?

Myrmecophila tibicinis

What is the family of Myrmecophila tibicinis?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Myrmecophila tibicinis?

Mexico

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-132052: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
James Bateman (1811-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bateman' in the authors string.