Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
collariferus
ID:
1329169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Becc.) W.J.Baker

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 197(2): 142 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341623

Common Names

  • Calamus Collariferus
  • Collariferus Calamus
  • Collariferus Collar-Bearing Calamus

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Description

Calamus collariferus (also called 'Collariferus Calamus', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a short stem with two to four leaves, and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals. It grows in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus collariferus is used in traditional Indian medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calamus collariferus is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus collariferus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The root ball should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Calamus collariferus

Calamus collariferus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Calamus collariferus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus collariferus?

Calamus collariferus

What type of plant is Calamus collariferus?

Climber

What is the optimal temperature for Calamus collariferus?

20-30°C

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

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.