Calamus cumingianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 2: 210 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754924
Common Names
- Cuming's Rattan
- Cuming's Calamus
- Cuming's Rattan Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus cumingianus (also called Cuming's Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical rainforests and evergreen forests, growing in dense understory vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus cumingianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Calamus cumingianus flower is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus cumingianus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.
Where to Find Calamus cumingianus
Calamus cumingianus is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the wild in countries such as Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Calamus cumingianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus cumingianus?
Calamus cumingianus
What is the common name of Calamus cumingianus?
Cuming's Rattan
What is the origin of Calamus cumingianus?
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
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665033-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.