Calamus erectus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind., ed. 1832. 3: 774 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755551
Common Names
- Calamus erectus
- Erect Rattan
- Erect Calamus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus erectus (also called 'Erect Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus erectus 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 erectus is small and white, with three petals and three sepals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus erectus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Calamus erectus
Calamus erectus can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats in Southeast Asia.
Calamus erectus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus erectus?
Calamus erectus
What is the common name of Calamus erectus?
Erect Rattan Palm
Where is Calamus erectus 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
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665073-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.