Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flagellum
ID:
756531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griff. ex Walp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 3: 484 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755864

Common Names

  • Calamus flagellum
  • Flagellum Calamus
  • Flagellum Rattan

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Description

Calamus flagellum (also called Rattan Cane, among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing palm with a slender stem and pinnate leaves. It is found in humid forests and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus flagellum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus flagellum has small, white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus flagellum is a tropical plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing plant that can reach heights of up to 15 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by stem cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is more difficult.

Where to Find Calamus flagellum

Calamus flagellum is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Calamus flagellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus flagellum?

Calamus flagellum

What is the common name of Calamus flagellum?

Whiplash Rattan

What is the habitat of Calamus flagellum?

Moist lowland forests

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:60459123-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.