Calamus aidae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fernando
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 41: 49 (1988 publ. 1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000753966
Common Names
- Calamus aidae
- Keruing
- Malayan Rattan
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Calamus aidae (also called Aida's Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10–20 m with large, pinnate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus aidae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative plant in pots. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Calamus aidae are small, yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Calamus aidae is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer and watered regularly. Pruning is necessary to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Calamus aidae
Calamus aidae can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia.
Calamus aidae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus aidae?
Calamus aidae
What is the common name of Calamus aidae?
Aida's Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus aidae?
Tropical forests
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, 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,
References
Edwino S. Fernando (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernando' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:937041-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.