Lecanopteris deparioides

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Notes

Family: Polypodiaceae. This is a myrmecophytic fern that forms a symbiotic relationship with ants in its hollow rhizomes.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Ant Plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Epiphyte, Fern / Pteridophyte, Houseplant, Tropical Plant
Growing Medium
Sphagnum moss and perlite
Growth Habit
Epiphyte

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Tropical (65–85°F / 18–30°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Southeast Asia

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Polypodiaceae. This is a myrmecophytic fern that forms a symbiotic relationship with ants in its hollow rhizomes.

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Lecanopteris deparioides by atomic-alchemist

Lecanopteris

deparioides

Common NameAnt Plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Epiphyte, Fern / Pteridophyte, Houseplant, Tropical Plant
Growth Habit
Epiphyte
Growing MediumSphagnum moss and perlite

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Division

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Tropical (65–85°F / 18–30°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationSoutheast Asia

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Polypodiaceae. This is a myrmecophytic fern that forms a symbiotic relationship with ants in its hollow rhizomes.

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