Calamus guruba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex Mart.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 3: 211 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756214
Common Names
- Guruba Rattan
- Guruba's Rattan
- Calamus Guruba
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus guruba (also called Guruba Rattan, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a long, thin stem with small, spiny leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus guruba is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal herb, with its roots being used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also known for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus guruba has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters of 2-4. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of small, opposite leaves.
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Calamus guruba is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall and will germinate in 1-2 weeks. Division should be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Calamus guruba
Calamus guruba can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Calamus guruba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus guruba?
Calamus guruba
What is the common name of Calamus guruba?
Guruba Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus guruba?
It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:324049-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.