Calamus inermis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Anderson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 11: 11 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000756584
Common Names
- Inermis Rattan
- Inermis Cane
- Inermis Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus inermis (also called Unarmed Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical forests and has a slender stem and long, thin leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small, round and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus inermis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus inermis is a spike with yellow or greenish-yellow tepals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Calamus inermis is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated in pots or containers, or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and the plants will flower in late summer or early fall. The plant can be pruned back after flowering to keep it from becoming too large.
Where to Find Calamus inermis
Calamus inermis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in India, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Calamus inermis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus inermis?
Calamus inermis
What is the common name of Calamus inermis?
Inerme Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus inermis?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665155-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.