Calamus exilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Palms Brit. E. Ind. : 51 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755625
Common Names
- Calamus exilis
- Exilis Rattan
- Exilis Calamus
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Calamus exilis (also called 'Thin 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 exilis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus exilis is yellow, and it has three petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Calamus exilis 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 exilis
Calamus exilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Calamus exilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus exilis?
Calamus exilis
What is the common name of Calamus exilis?
Slender rattan
Where is Calamus exilis 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
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60459124-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.