Ant-Plant
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Myrmecodia Platytyrea
Description Myrmecodia Platytyrea, commonly known as the Ant-Plant, is a unique epiphytic plant that grows in the rainforests of Southeast Asia and Australia. It belongs to the family Rubiaceae and has a symbiotic relationship with ants, which live inside its hollow chambers. The plant provides shelter and food for the ants, while the ants protect the plant from herbivores and…
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Myrmecodia
Description Myrmecodia is a genus of epiphytic plants that have a unique symbiotic relationship with ants. These plants are commonly referred to as ant-plants because they provide shelter and food to ants in exchange for protection from herbivores and pathogens. Myrmecodia is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Taxonomic Information | Domain | Kingdom…
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