Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Evans, Sengdala, Viengkham, Thamm. & J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 929 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757122
Common Names
- Sabulosum Onion
- Sabulosum's Onion
- Sabulosum Garlic
Description
Calamus laoensis (also called 'Lao Rattan', among many other common names) is a climbing shrub with a height of up to 15 m. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Allium sabulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It has a mild onion flavor and is used in salads, soups, and other dishes. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus laoensis has yellowish-green flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus laoensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Calamus laoensis
Calamus laoensis is native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka.
Calamus laoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus laoensis?
Calamus laoensis
What is the common name of Calamus laoensis?
Lao Rattan
What is the family of Calamus laoensis?
Arecaceae
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
Tom D. Evans: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Evans' in the authors string.
Khamphone Sengdala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sengdala' in the authors string.
Banxa Thammavong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thamm.' in the authors string.