Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kampucheaensis
ID:
1304072

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Hend. & Hourt

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Palms (1999+) 57: 179 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316526

Common Names

  • Calamus katikii
  • Katikii Rattan
  • Rattan

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Description

Calamus kampucheaensis (also called 'Cambodian Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It grows up to 10 m tall, with long, slender stems with thorny sheaths. It is native to Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand, where it grows in lowland and hill forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus kampucheaensis 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 kampucheaensis 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 kampucheaensis 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 kampucheaensis

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

Calamus kampucheaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus kampucheaensis?

Calamus kampucheaensis

What is the family of Calamus kampucheaensis?

Arecaceae

Where is Calamus kampucheaensis native to?

Cambodia

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

Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Khou Eang Hourt: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hourt' in the authors string.