What is another word for myrmecophyte?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪəmˌɛkəfˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Myrmecophytes are plants which are inhabited by ants. They offer shelter and food to ants in exchange for protection against herbivores and other threats. There are many different types of myrmecophytes found in different ecosystems around the world. Some synonyms for the word myrmecophyte include ant-plant, formicarium, and ant-domatia. Ant-plants are commonly found in tropical rainforests, but can also be found in other habitats such as deserts and temperate forests. Formicarium is a Latin term that refers to the ant's nest or colony, while ant-domatia is a Greek term that refers to the specialized structures on certain plant species that provide ants with a place to live.
