Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 5: 39 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000753905
Common Names
- Calamus acanthospathus
- Acanthospathus Rattan
- Acanthospathus
Description
Calamus acanthospathus (also called Acanthospathus Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing plant with long, slender stems that can reach up to 0.002 m in length. It is found in tropical rainforests, mangroves, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus acanthospathus is a plant that is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Calamus acanthospathus are small, yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus acanthospathus is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or from offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little water once established. It can be propagated from offsets by cutting the offsets from the parent plant and planting them in a pot with soil. The offsets should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly until they are established.
Where to Find Calamus acanthospathus
Calamus acanthospathus can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia.
Calamus acanthospathus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus acanthospathus?
Calamus acanthospathus
What is the common name of Calamus acanthospathus?
Spiny rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus acanthospathus?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,