Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuthbertsonii
ID:
755633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. 20: 179 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754966

Common Names

  • Cuthbertson's Rattan
  • Cuthbertson's Calamus
  • Cuthbertson's Rattan Palm

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Description

Calamus cuthbertsonii (also called Cuthbertson'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 cuthbertsonii 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 flower of Calamus cuthbertsonii is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single seed. The seedlings are slender and delicate, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus cuthbertsonii is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by seed. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 6 feet.

Where to Find Calamus cuthbertsonii

Calamus cuthbertsonii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Calamus cuthbertsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus cuthbertsonii?

Calamus cuthbertsonii

What is the common name of Calamus cuthbertsonii?

Cuthbertson's Rattan

What is the natural habitat of Calamus cuthbertsonii?

Lowland rainforest, mangrove forest, and swamp forest

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:665036-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.