Calamus impressus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend., Pitopang & Moh.Iqbal
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 445: 207 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021474
Common Names
- Calamus impressus
- Impressus Rattan
- Impressed Rattan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus impressus (also called 'Impressive 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 15 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 impressus 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 impressus is a low-growing, terrestrial palm that grows in a clump form. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, carefully separate the offsets from the mother plant and replant them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist. The plants prefer partial shade and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Calamus impressus
Calamus impressus can be found in the tropical forests of India.
Calamus impressus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus impressus?
Calamus impressus
What is the common name of Calamus impressus?
Impressus Rattan
Where can Calamus impressus 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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