Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
centralis
ID:
912548

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Hend., N.K.Ban & N.Q.Dung

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 52: 190 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911883

Common Names

  • Calamus centralis
  • Central Rattan
  • Asian Rattan

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Description

Calamus centralis (also called Central Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a slender, single-stemmed palm with a crown of pinnate leaves and yellowish flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus centralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife. It has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus centralis has small, yellow-green flowers. Its seeds are small and oval-shaped with a yellow-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus centralis is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Calamus centralis

Calamus centralis is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand.

Calamus centralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus centralis?

Calamus centralis

What is the common name of Calamus centralis?

Centralis Calamus

How do you care for Calamus centralis?

Calamus centralis should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-456767: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Ninh Khac Ban: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.K.Ban' in the authors string.
Nguyen Quoc Dung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Q.Dung' in the authors string.