Calamus leptopus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 5: 73 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757293
Common Names
- Leptopus Rattan
- Leptopus's Rattan
- Leptopus Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus leptopus (also called Slender Rattan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus leptopus is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus leptopus has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and yellow.
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Calamus leptopus is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in most soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring.
Where to Find Calamus leptopus
Calamus leptopus can be found in the tropical rainforests of India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Calamus leptopus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus leptopus?
Calamus leptopus
What is the common name of Calamus leptopus?
Thin Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus leptopus?
Tropical rainforests of 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
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665199-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.