Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
johnsii
ID:
1304071

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.Baker & J.Dransf.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 163: 193 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316525

Common Names

  • Calamus kampucheaensis
  • Kampucheaensis Rattan
  • Rattan

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Description

Calamus johnsii (also called 'John's Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It has a slender stem and grows up to 20 meters in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellowish-green. It is found in tropical forests, swamps, and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus johnsii is a species of rattan palm native to India. It is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make baskets and hats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Calamus johnsii are small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus johnsii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment to ensure successful propagation.

Where to Find Calamus johnsii

Calamus johnsii is found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Calamus johnsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus johnsii?

Calamus johnsii

What is the family of Calamus johnsii?

Arecaceae

Where is Calamus johnsii native to?

India

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

John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.