Myrmecophila tibicinis (The Trumpet Player's Schomburgkia)
Myrmecophila tibicinis (The Trumpet Player's Schomburgkia) orchid growing on bark with pink flowers and foliage
Botanical names: Myrmecophila tibicinis, Schomburgkia tibicinis
Common name: The Trumpet Player's Schomburgkia
Family: Orchidaceae
Origin: Central America, Mexico
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Epiphyte. Needs light, frequent misting or soaking to stay hydrated.
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plantThe name Myrmecophila is a derivative of the word myrmecophile and refers to the symbiotic relationship with colonies of ants that are usually found living in the large, hollowed-out, banana-like pseudobulbs. Myrmecophila tibicinis directly utilizes minerals of the organic debris ("garbage dumps") deposited by the ants inside the hollow pseudobulbs.
It is warm to hot growing, wants full sun and is fragrant. The plant is big and the spike can be as much as 15 feet long.
Similar plants: Myrmecophila tibicinis (The Trumpet Player's Schomburgkia)
Myrmecophila tibicinis (The Trumpet Player's Schomburgkia) cluster of pink and yellow curly flower petals
Myrmecophila tibicinis (The Trumpet Player's Schomburgkia) flower with wavy orange petals and dark purple spots.
Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/myrmecophila_tibicinis.htm