Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 330 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755016
Common Names
- Delicate Rattan
- Delicate Calamus
- Delicate Rattan Palm
Description
Calamus delicatulus (also called Delicate 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 delicatulus 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 delicatulus is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single seed. The seedlings are slender and delicate, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus delicatulus 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 delicatulus
Calamus delicatulus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Calamus delicatulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus delicatulus?
Calamus delicatulus
What are the common names of Calamus delicatulus?
Delicate Rattan, Slender Rattan
What is the distribution of Calamus delicatulus?
Found in India, China, Southeast Asia, and the Philippines
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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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,