Maieta guianensis (Amazon Ant-plant) - Image 3

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 orange fuzzy fruit close up on green leaves.
Maieta guianensis (Amazon Ant-plant) with orange fruit nestled between green foliage and stems.
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