Calamus equestris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1799
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4. 2: 204 (1799)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755529
Common Names
- Equestris Calamus
- Equestris Rattan
- Equestris Rattan Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus equestris (also called Equestrian Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a perennial climber with long, slender stems and pinnate leaves. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are ovoid. It grows in tropical forests and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus equestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus equestris is a small yellow-green flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus equestris can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Calamus equestris
Calamus equestris can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats in Southeast Asia.
Calamus equestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus equestris?
Calamus equestris
What is the common name of Calamus equestris?
Horse Rattan Palm
Where is Calamus equestris native to?
Indonesia and Malaysia
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
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665071-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.