Calamus leiocaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc. ex K.Heyne
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Nutt. Pl. Ned.-Ind. , ed. 2, 1: 375 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757250
Common Names
- Leiocaulis Rattan
- Leiocaulis's Rattan
- Leiocaulis Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus leiocaulis (also called 'Leiocaulis 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 leiocaulis is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus leiocaulis 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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Calamus leiocaulis 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 leiocaulis
Calamus leiocaulis can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Calamus leiocaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus leiocaulis?
Calamus leiocaulis
What are the common names of Calamus leiocaulis?
Smooth Rattan
What is the native range of Calamus leiocaulis?
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,
References
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
Karel Heyne (1877-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Heyne' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665195-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.