Calamus dilaceratus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 2: 198 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755176
Common Names
- Calamus Dilaceratus
- Dilaceratus Calamus
- Dilaceratus Rattan Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus dilaceratus (also called 'Torn Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in tropical rainforests. It has a climbing stem and long, narrow leaves. It produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus dilaceratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and pots. It is also known for its medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus dilaceratus has small, yellow flowers with white throats and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, slender and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus dilaceratus is a semi-hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Calamus dilaceratus
Calamus dilaceratus can be found in the Northern Cape province of South Africa.
Calamus dilaceratus FAQ
What is the common name of Calamus dilaceratus?
Dilacerated Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus dilaceratus?
Rainforest and mangroves
What is the flowering season of Calamus dilaceratus?
Summer
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:665050-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.