Calamus ashtonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 81: 9 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754152
Common Names
- Calamus Ashtonii
- Ashtonii Calamus
- Calamus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus ashtonii (also called Ashton's 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 ashtonii 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 flower of Calamus ashtonii 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus ashtonii is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C). It is best to water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Calamus ashtonii
Calamus ashtonii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Calamus ashtonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus ashtonii?
Calamus ashtonii
What type of plant is Calamus ashtonii?
Palm
Where is Calamus ashtonii found?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664974-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.