Overview
Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' is a columnar upright houseplants in the genus Myrmecodia, part of the Rubiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Myrmecodia beccarii, ant-house plant, is an epiphytic plant on Melaleuca trees and others with spongy bark in the wetlands and mangroves of tropical north Queensland, Australia from Cooktown to Mission Beach. The prickly, swollen caudex develops natural hollows which are colonised by the golden ant in a symbiotic arrangement.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Myrmecodia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Houseplants
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure'
- Propagation
- Seed sown as soon as ripe
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects, mealybugs, red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure'?
Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' need?
Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' hardy in the UK?
Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Myrmecodia beccarii 'Adventure'?
Seed sown as soon as ripe.
