Calamus comptus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 45: 98 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754816
Common Names
- Calamus Comptus
- Comptus Rattan
- Comptus Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus comptus (also called 'Cane Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to India and is found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. It typically grows in tropical rainforests and lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus comptus is used for its fibers to make rope, paper, and other crafts. Its sap can be used to make a sweet syrup, and its leaves can be used for roofing material. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: yellowish-green, with a long, curved spadix. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, with thin, green leaves.
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Calamus comptus is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize during the growing season.
Where to Find Calamus comptus
Calamus comptus is native to India.
Calamus comptus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus comptus?
Calamus comptus
What is the common name of Calamus comptus?
Clustered Rattan
What is the origin of Calamus comptus?
India
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:939079-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.