Dischidia pectenoides (Ant Plant) - Image 1

Botanical name: Dischidia pectenoides

Common name: Ant Plant

Family: Apocynaceae    (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)

Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae

Origin: Philippines

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 11-12?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEpiphyte plantRed, crimson, vinous flowersOrnamental foliage
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Dischidia pectenoides (Ant Plant) with green leaves and pink flower buds close up
Dischidia pectenoides (Ant Plant) showing swollen round green leaves and small pink flower buds
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