Myrmecodia Spp.

Myrmecodia spp.

植物說明 | Plant Description

Myrmecodia spp.
為茜草科（Rubiaceae）蟻巢玉屬的熱帶附生植物，
以膨大的塊莖與特殊的內部孔洞結構聞名。

Myrmecodia spp.
is a tropical epiphytic plant belonging to the Rubiaceae family,
known for its distinctive swollen caudex and unique internal chamber structures.

此個體最具特色之處為塊莖體型較大且表面相對光滑，
幼株時期外觀簡潔飽滿，隨著成熟度增加，塊莖會逐漸膨大並發展出更多明顯孔洞，呈現不同生長階段的自然變化。

This form is particularly characterized by its large, relatively smooth caudex.
Juvenile plants display a clean and rounded form, while mature specimens gradually develop a larger caudex with increasingly visible openings, creating a distinctive appearance that evolves with age.

相較於生長快速的類型，此個體生長速度較為緩慢，
塊莖的膨大、孔洞形成與成熟型態需要時間逐步發展，也使成株更具觀察與收藏價值。

Compared with faster-growing forms, this plant is relatively slow-growing.
Caudex expansion, opening development, and mature characteristics emerge gradually over time, making its transformation particularly rewarding to observe.

販售品項 | Offered Plant

實生苗 / Seed-grown Plant

販售植株為種子實生繁殖個體。
幼株階段即可觀察到相對光滑且飽滿的塊莖特徵，隨著植株成熟，塊莖會持續膨大並逐步增加孔洞與表面細節。

Offered plants are seed-grown specimens.
The relatively smooth and rounded caudex is already visible at the juvenile stage. As the plant matures, the caudex gradually expands and develops additional openings and surface details.

實生繁殖具有自然個體差異，每株在塊莖大小、形態、孔洞數量、表面紋理與生長速度上皆可能有所不同。

As seed-grown plants, natural variations in caudex size, form, number of openings, surface texture, and growth rate can be expected between individual specimens.

培育環境參考 | Cultivation Reference

日間 / Daytime
24–32°C｜濕度 60–80%
Temperature 24–32°C, humidity 60–80%.

夜間 / Nighttime
20–26°C｜濕度 60–80%
Temperature 20–26°C, humidity 60–80%.

環境 / Environment
明亮散射光、溫暖且通風良好的環境最為理想。
作為熱帶附生植物，良好的空氣流通與適當乾濕循環是維持健康生長的重要條件。

Bright indirect light, warm temperatures, and good airflow are ideal.
As a tropical epiphyte, good ventilation and a balanced wet-dry cycle are important for healthy growth.

養護要點 | Care Tips

光照 / Light
以明亮散射光為佳，
穩定且適度的光照有助於植株維持健康生長與塊莖發育。

Bright indirect light is recommended.
Stable, adequate light supports healthy growth and caudex development.

給水 / Watering
生長期間可規律給水，
待植株與介質適度乾燥後再進行下一次給水，避免塊莖及根部長時間積水。

Water regularly during active growth.
Allow the plant and growing medium to partially dry before watering again, avoiding prolonged moisture around the caudex and roots.

通風 / Airflow
良好的空氣流通是養護 Myrmecodia 的重要關鍵，
尤其在高溫、高濕環境下，更應避免長時間悶濕與空氣停滯。

Good airflow is essential for healthy Myrmecodia growth,
especially under warm and humid conditions where stagnant moisture should be avoided.

溫溼 / Temp & Humidity
建議 22–32°C，濕度 60–80%，並保持穩定氣流。

Ideal at 22–32°C with 60–80% humidity and consistent airflow.

注意事項 | Notes

本商品以 Myrmecodia spp. 名義販售，未指定至特定種（species）。

This plant is offered as Myrmecodia spp. and is not identified to a specific species.

此個體屬生長速度較慢的類型。
塊莖膨大與孔洞形成需要較長時間，成熟度增加後會逐漸展現更明顯的孔洞與塊莖結構。

This form is relatively slow-growing.
Caudex expansion and opening development occur gradually, becoming increasingly pronounced as the plant matures.

實生苗具有自然個體差異，塊莖大小、光滑程度、孔洞數量與最終成熟型態皆可能有所不同。

As seed-grown plants, caudex size, surface smoothness, number of openings, and final mature form may vary between individual specimens.

塊莖上的孔洞與表面變化為植株成熟過程中的自然特徵。
養護時仍應定期觀察植株狀態，以區別自然孔洞與異常軟化或腐敗。

Openings and surface changes on the caudex are natural characteristics that develop with maturity.
The plant should still be monitored regularly to distinguish normal development from abnormal softening or rot.

避免塊莖與根部長時間處於積水、悶濕或完全不通風的環境，
良好的乾濕循環有助於維持植株健康。

Avoid prolonged waterlogging, stagnant humidity, or poorly ventilated conditions around the caudex and roots.
A balanced wet-dry cycle helps maintain healthy growth.

室內養殖建議維持穩定空氣流通，
可搭配風扇或空調循環，不建議長時間放置於密閉玻璃瓶或玻璃缸中。

For indoor cultivation, maintain consistent airflow with a fan or air circulation.
Enclosed glass bottles, terrariums, and other poorly ventilated environments are not recommended.

新環境建議先觀察 1–2 週，再依植株狀態逐步調整光照與給水方式。

Allow 1–2 weeks of acclimation before gradually adjusting light and watering according to the plant’s condition.