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Hydnophythum Papuanum (ant Plant) Care

Hydnophythum Papuanum

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What is the plant

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.

humidity

humidity

High

lighting

lighting

Shade

temperature

temperature

-3°C - -9°C

hardiness zone

hardiness zone

max 10a

difficulty

difficulty

Medium

toxicity

toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

  • Water

    Water

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    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

    Pruning

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    Pruning usually isn't necessary.

  • Fertilizer

    Fertilizer

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    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.

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  • Soil

    Soil

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    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

    Temperature

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    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.

  • Additional

    Additional

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    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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  • Popularity

    Popularity

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    40 people already have this plant 5 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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