Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 61 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754130
Common Names
- Calamus aruensis
- Aru Rattan
- Aru Rattan Palm
Description
Calamus aruensis (also called Aru Cane, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Australia. It is a tall, slender palm with pinnate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, mangroves, and wet sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus aruensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus aruensis is a yellowish-green color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus aruensis can be propagated by seed or division of clumps. It prefers a well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is hardy to USDA Zone 9.
Where to Find Calamus aruensis
Calamus aruensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.
Calamus aruensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus aruensis?
Calamus aruensis
What type of plant is Calamus aruensis?
Palm
Where is Calamus aruensis found?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Calamus genus
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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,