Calamus bimaniferus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Evans, Sengdala, Viengkham, Thamm. & J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 936 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754393
Common Names
- Calamus bimaniferus
- Two-Fruited Rattan
- Two-Fruited Cane Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus bimaniferus (also called Two-fruit Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of rattan native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing palm with long, thin, cylindrical stems that are green to yellow in color. It is found in tropical forests and swamps in the countries of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus bimaniferus is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus bimaniferus is a small, yellowish-green spike, with a single, yellowish-green female flower at the end. The seed is a single, yellowish-green seed, which is enclosed in a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are thin and long, with a single, yellowish-green leaf at the tip.
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Calamus bimaniferus is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated from seed or by division of 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 also resistant to deer and rabbits.
Where to Find Calamus bimaniferus
Calamus bimaniferus can be found in the Chinese provinces of Guangxi and Yunnan.
Calamus bimaniferus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus bimaniferus?
Calamus bimaniferus
What is the natural habitat of Calamus bimaniferus?
Tropical rainforests
What is the average height of Calamus bimaniferus?
Up to 10 meters
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
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
Tom D. Evans: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Evans' in the authors string.
Khamphone Sengdala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sengdala' in the authors string.
Oulathong V. Viengkham: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Viengkham' in the authors string.
Banxa Thammavong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thamm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1017513-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.