Ants are not essential for this species to thrive. Myrmecodia beccarii is used to tropical conditions which can be replicated in the home by placing the plant in partial shade. The temperature in a greenhouse should be around 26⁰ C . The plant will be damaged if it exceeds or falls below. For the best possible growth, humidity needs to be around 75%. The best potting mix consists of a mixture of peat and coconut fibre. You can find both and many other materials in the “Plant accessories” section. Myrmecodia beccarii needs watering regularly but it must not be left standing in water. In other words it needs to be in a pot that drains well. Allow the potting mix to dry out in between watering. Promote growth by adding a small amount of fertiliser once a week. If Myrmecodia beccarii becomes too big, it can be pruned.
Care: Easy |
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Place: Indoor |
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Light: Full light |
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Light: Semi sun |
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Watering: Normal |
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Watering tips: Free draining mixture |
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Watering tips: Not standing in water |
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Water spraying: Water spraying |
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Maintenance: Can be pruned |
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Air circulation: Normal |
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Place: Artificial lighting |
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Air humidity at day: 60-80% |
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Air humidity at night: 80-100% |
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Day temperature: 20-30 °C |
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Night temperature: 12-18 °C |
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Temperature max: 35 °C |
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Temperature min: 15 °C |
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Temperature: < 15 °C |
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Fertilize: Little |
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Artificial light height: 20-40 cm |
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Soil ph: <6-7> |
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Soil type: Peat/cocos |
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Repotting: After 2 years |
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