Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wendlandii
ID:
249007

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) G.C.Kenn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 43: 211 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248339

Common Names

  • Ant Plant
  • Ant Tree
  • Myrmecophila wendlandii

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Synonyms

  • Laelia wendlandii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Schomburgkia wendlandii (Rchb.f.) H.G.Jones [unknown]
  • Bletia wendlandii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Schomburgkia wendlandii Brieger [unknown]

Description

Myrmecophila wendlandii (also called 'Wendland'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 wendlandii 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 wendlandii 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 wendlandii 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 wendlandii

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

Myrmecophila wendlandii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrmecophila wendlandii?

Myrmecophila wendlandii

What is the family of Myrmecophila wendlandii?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Myrmecophila wendlandii?

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-132053: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
George Clayton Kennedy (1919-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.C.Kenn.' in the authors string.