Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxissimus
ID:
757895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Mat. Fl. Malay. Penins. 2: 210 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757228

Common Names

  • Calamus Laxissimus
  • Laxissimus Rattan
  • Laxissimus Palm

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Description

Calamus laxissimus (also called 'Loose Rattan', among many other common names) is a flowering plant of the Arecaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests. It has a climbing stem that can reach up to 20 m in height and has long, narrow leaves. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small and round.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus laxissimus is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus laxissimus has yellow-green flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus laxissimus is a perennial that is native to tropical Asia. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or from seed. Plant the rhizomes in spring for summer blooms.

Where to Find Calamus laxissimus

Calamus laxissimus can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Calamus laxissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus laxissimus?

Calamus laxissimus

What are the common names of Calamus laxissimus?

Slender Rattan

What is the native range of Calamus laxissimus?

Southeast Asia

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,

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