Calamus lobatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend., Pitopang & Moh.Iqbal
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 445: 250 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021482
Common Names
- Calamus lobatus
- Lobatus Rattan
- Lobed Rattan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus lobatus (also called Lobed rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm that is native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin stems with sharp spines and large, feather-like leaves. It grows in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus lobatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and mats. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, yellowish-green, male and female flowers on separate plants. Seed: small, black, ovoid-shaped. Seedlings: slender, with a single, long, cylindrical stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus lobatus is a low-growing, terrestrial palm that grows in a clump form. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, carefully separate the offsets from the mother plant and replant them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist. The plants prefer partial shade and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Calamus lobatus
Calamus lobatus can be found in the Caribbean region of Central and South America.
Calamus lobatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus lobatus?
Calamus lobatus
What is the common name of Calamus lobatus?
Lobatus Rattan
Where can Calamus lobatus be found?
It can be found in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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