Maieta guianensis (Amazon Ant-plant) - Image 16

Botanical name: Maieta guianensis

Common name: Amazon Ant-plant

Family: Melastomataceae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowers
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Maieta guianensis (Amazon Ant-plant) with deep green leaves and small red fruit on branch.
Maieta guianensis (Amazon Ant-plant) with shiny textured green leaves and tiny clusters of red fruit.
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