Hydnophythum Papuanum (ant Plant) Care

The Mazeplant needs water once a week. The soil needs to be slightly damp constantly, but must not be wet. This plant is a slow grower and therefore needs little nutrition. The Mazeplant may have light, but not direct sunlight.

Pruning usually isn't necessary.

You can fertilize your maze plant in the spring and summer months if you wish it to produce more or faster growth. Any general-purpose fertilizer labeled for use on houseplants will work. Just be sure not to exceed the directions on the product's packaging.

He likes his soil gently moist, not soggy, so check him once a week and give him some water if his soil feels dry.

Temperature: 15 to 25 degrees so typically room temperature. Humidity: This plant likes a humid atmosphere like it would naturally have in the jungles of Southeast Asia.

No, this plant is toxic to pets.
The Maze plant (Hydnophytum papuanum) is a beautiful small plant with gorgeous fresh foliage on top of thick truink. Its an unusual plant that forms a symbiotic relationship with ants. Hollow, smooth-walled tunnels form within the trunk or caudex provide ideal homes for Ants.

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