Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
evansii
ID:
808716

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 52: 152 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808050

Common Names

  • Calamus Evansii
  • Evansii Calamus
  • Calamus Evans

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Description

Calamus evansii (also called Evans' Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm species native to Australia. It has long, slender stems with sharp spines and large, fan-shaped leaves. It is found in rainforests and woodlands in the tropical and subtropical regions of Queensland and New South Wales.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus evansii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus evansii has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus evansii is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care.

Where to Find Calamus evansii

Calamus evansii can be found in the north-west of Western Australia.

Calamus evansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus evansii?

Calamus evansii

What is the common name of Calamus evansii?

Evans's Calamus

What is the natural habitat of Calamus evansii?

Tropical rainforests of Australia

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-346284: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.