Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kostermansii
ID:
1304076

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 305(2): 74 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316530

Common Names

  • Calamus kunstleri
  • Kunstleri Rattan
  • Rattan

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Uses & Benefits

Calamus kostermansii 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 kostermansii 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 kostermansii 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 kostermansii

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

Calamus kostermansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus kostermansii?

Calamus kostermansii

What is the common name of Calamus kostermansii?

Kostermansii Rattan

Where is Calamus kostermansii native to?

India, Nepal, and China

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.