Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
concinnus
ID:
755493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 3: 332 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754826

Common Names

  • Calamus concinnus
  • Concinnus Rattan
  • Concinnus Calamus

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Description

Calamus concinnus (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 concinnus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus concinnus 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 concinnus

Calamus concinnus is native to India.

Calamus concinnus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus concinnus?

Calamus concinnus

What is the common name of Calamus concinnus?

Handsome Rattan

What is the origin of Calamus concinnus?

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,

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