Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
757068

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk. 11(5): 28 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756401

Common Names

  • Hirsutus Rattan
  • Hirsutus Calamus
  • Hirsutus Cane

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Description

Calamus hirsutus (also called Hairy Rattan, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a climbing stem with spiny leaflets and produces white flowers in the summer. It is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus hirsutus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calamus hirsutus sub. korthalsii (Blume) A.J.Hend.
Calamus hirsutus sub. minor (Becc.) A.J.Hend.
Calamus hirsutus sub. hirsutus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flowers of Calamus hirsutus are white, and are borne in a dense, globular umbel. The seeds are black, and the seedlings are short and stout.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus hirsutus is a hardy perennial that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 18 inches apart.

Where to Find Calamus hirsutus

Calamus hirsutus is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Calamus hirsutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus hirsutus?

Calamus hirsutus

What is the common name of Calamus hirsutus?

Hairy Rattan

What is the flowering period of Calamus hirsutus?

Late summer to early autumn

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,

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