Calamus formosanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 2: 211 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755927
Common Names
- Formosan Calamus
- Formosan Rattan
- Formosan Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus formosanus (also called Formosan Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests. The plant has long, slender stems and produces small, yellow flowers in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus formosanus is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil, which is used in perfumes and aromatherapy. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus formosanus has yellow, tubular flowers that are about 1 inch in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus formosanus is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagate by dividing the rhizomes in early spring, or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Calamus formosanus
Calamus formosanus is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Calamus formosanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus formosanus?
Calamus formosanus
What is the common name of Calamus formosanus?
Formosa Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus formosanus?
It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar
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
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665097-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.