Calamus erinaceus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Becc.) J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32(2): 484. 1978 [28 Mar 1978]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755604
Common Names
- Calamus erinaceus
- Erinaceus Rattan
- Erinaceus Calamus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus erinaceus (also called 'Hedgehog 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 erinaceus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus erinaceus is yellow, and it has three petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus erinaceus 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 erinaceus
Calamus erinaceus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Calamus erinaceus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus erinaceus?
Calamus erinaceus
What is the common name of Calamus erinaceus?
Hedgehog rattan
Where is Calamus erinaceus found?
It is found in Southeast Asia.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-29497: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.