Maieta guianensis
Maieta guianensis
Maieta guianensis
Maieta guianensis
Maieta guianensis

Normal to care for

Indoor

Semi sun

Antplant

8 cm
8 cm
Maieta guianensis

Maieta guianensis - Antp56

Maieta guianensis is a plant species belonging to the Melastomataceae family. This family is known for its colorful flowers and shrub-like to tree-like growth. M. guianensis is mainly found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in countries such as Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Venezuela, and parts of Brazil.

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Plant information: Maieta guianensis

Maieta guianensis plants usually grow as a shrub or small tree and can play an important role in the rainforest ecosystem. Its flowers often attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, while the fruits can provide food for birds and other animals. The species prefers moist, well-draining soils and often grows in shaded areas, such as under the canopy of larger trees. The plant usually grows as a shrub or small tree and can play an important role in the rainforest ecosystem. Its flowers often attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, while the fruits can provide food for birds and other animals. The species prefers moist, well-draining soils and often grows in shaded areas, such as under the canopy of larger trees.

Height
8 cm
Width
8 cm
Araflora info
Non-edible
Araflora info
Special
Flower colour
Orange/red
Plant type
Antplant
Growth habit
Creeping
Growth habit
Epifytical
Growth habit
Normal
Distribution
South-East Asia
Product type
Plant
Adult width
> 100 cm
Adult height
> 100 cm
Flowering period
all year
Altitude range
0-1500 m
Plant care: Maieta guianensis

Carfor Maieta guianensis Light: Partial shade, no direct sunlight.Soil: Moist, well-draining soil.Water: Regularly, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.Temperature & Humidity: Warm (20–30°C), high humidity.Fertilization: Organic fertilizer during the growing season (spring/summer).Pruning: Light pruning to maintain shape and health.Pests/Diseases: Watch for root rot from overwatering; occasional aphids or spider mites.

Care
Normal
Place
Indoor
Air circulation
Yes
Light
Semi sun
Maintenance
Can be pruned
Repotting
after 2 years
Soil Ph
<5-7>
Soil type
peat/cocos
Watering tips
Water spraying
Watering
Normal
Watering tips
Free draining mixture
Watering tips
Not standing in water
Max temperature
35 °C
Min temperature
10 °C
Artificial light height
20-40 cm
Fertilise
little
Daytime humidity
80-100%
Humidity at night
80-100%
Daytime temperature
20-30 °C
Nighttime temperature
12-18 °C