Calamus gaharuensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 445: 178 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021470
Common Names
- Calamus gaharuensis
- Gaharuensis Rattan
- Gaharu Rattan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus gaharuensis (also called 'Gaharuensis Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing palm with stems up to 4 m long. The stems are covered with spines and are used in furniture making. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in mangrove forests and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus gaharuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, yellowish-green, male and female flowers on separate plants. Seed: small, black, ovoid-shaped. Seedlings: slender, with a single, long, cylindrical stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus gaharuensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. It can be propagated by cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Calamus gaharuensis
Calamus gaharuensis can be found in the tropical forests of Malaysia.
Calamus gaharuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus gaharuensis?
Calamus gaharuensis
What is the common name of Calamus gaharuensis?
Gaharuensis Rattan
Where can Calamus gaharuensis be found?
It can be found in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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