Ant Plants are beautiful, interesting plants that add a beautiful texture to your collection. They thrive in high humidity and have incredibly interesting foliage.

Popular varieties: Monolena, Hydnophytum, shop all Ant Plants  

Light: 

• Grows best in bright indirect light
• Tolerates some medium light conditions 

Water: 

• Let top of soil dry between waterings, but likes semi-moist conditions
• Stores water in caudex 
• Susceptible to rot 

Humidity: 

• Humidity is prefered 

Soil Type: 

• Epiphytic; needs soil that offers proper drainage that doesn’t allow for water to collect
• Orchid mixture is best (fine fir bark & perlite and worm casting)

Toxicity Level: 

• Toxic to animals 

Additional Information:

• Cut back watering routine during winter months
• Prefers warm conditions above 60 degrees 
• Small bead-like secretions are a normal function of the plant and sign of health