Calamus glaucescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) D.Dietr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Syn. Plant. 2: 1064 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756051
Common Names
- Glaucous Rattan
- Glaucous Cane
- Glaucous Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus glaucescens (also called glaucous rattan, among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to the tropical forests of South and Southeast Asia. It grows in dense, evergreen forests, and can reach heights of up to 20 m. The stems are slender and covered in spines, and the leaves are pinnate and up to 1 m long.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus glaucescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus glaucescens has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus glaucescens is a perennial plant that is native to India. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Where to Find Calamus glaucescens
Calamus glaucescens is native to tropical Asia and is found in India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found growing in tropical forests, along rivers, and in other moist habitats.
Calamus glaucescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus glaucescens?
Calamus glaucescens
What is the family of Calamus glaucescens?
Arecaceae
What is the habitat of Calamus glaucescens?
Forests and swamps
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
IPNI record: 665106-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001316902
David Nathaniel Friedrich Dietrich (1799-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Dietr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665106-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.