Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diepenhorstii
ID:
755756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv. : 594 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755089

Common Names

  • Calamus diepenhorstii
  • Diepenhorstii Rattan
  • Diepenhorstii Calamus

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Description

Calamus diepenhorstii (also called Diepenhorst's Rattan, among many other common names) is a perennial woody plant native to Southeast Asia. It has small yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is typically found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus diepenhorstii is used for its medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used to make paper, rope, and fabric.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus diepenhorstii has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers that are held in clusters on a tall, thin stem. The seeds are small, black, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus diepenhorstii is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and salt spray. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Calamus diepenhorstii

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

Calamus diepenhorstii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus diepenhorstii?

Calamus diepenhorstii

What are the common names of Calamus diepenhorstii?

Diepenhorst's Rattan, Diepenhorst's Cane

What is the distribution of Calamus diepenhorstii?

Found in India, China, Southeast Asia, and the Philippines

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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