Calamus caesius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Rumphia 3: 57 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754622
Common Names
- Calamus Caesius
- Caesius Rattan
- Caesius Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus caesius (also called Cæsius's Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to tropical Asia. It is a large, climbing palm with a long stem and many narrow, green leaves. It is found in moist forests, in lowland and montane areas, and in grasslands at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus caesius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus caesius is a yellowish-green color and is tubular in shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Calamus caesius is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.
Where to Find Calamus caesius
Calamus caesius can be found in the Mexican states of Chihuahua and Durango.
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665011-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.