Calamus katikii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.Baker & J.Dransf.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 305(2): 72 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316527
Common Names
- Calamus kebariensis
- Kebariensis Rattan
- Rattan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus katikii (also called 'Katik's Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It grows up to 15 m tall, with long, slender stems with thorny sheaths. It is native to Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Malaysia, where it grows in lowland and hill forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus katikii 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 katikii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus katikii 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 katikii
Calamus katikii is found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Calamus katikii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus katikii?
Calamus katikii
What is the family of Calamus katikii?
Arecaceae
Where is Calamus katikii 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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77162487-1: Based on the initial data import