Calamus lobbianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 451 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757369
Common Names
- Lobbianus Rattan
- Lobbianus Cane
- Lobbianus Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus lobbianus (also called Lobbian rattan, among many other common names) is a species of climbing palm in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in coastal forests and mangroves. It has a climbing habit, with long, slender stems and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus lobbianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as headaches, fever, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamus lobbianus is a small, yellowish-white umbel. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Calamus lobbianus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by dividing the clumps in the spring or by sowing the seeds in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Calamus lobbianus
Calamus lobbianus is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
Calamus lobbianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus lobbianus?
Calamus lobbianus
What is the common name of Calamus lobbianus?
Lobb's Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus lobbianus?
Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665206-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.