Myrmecodia brassii is a fascinating epiphytic plant from Southeast Asia, known for its swollen, hollow stems (caudex) that house ant colonies. These ants provide protection and nutrients to the plant in return for shelter.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Myrmecodia Brassii (Myrmecodia brassii)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Myrmecodia |
| Species | Myrmecodia brassii |
Similar in genus Myrmecodia
