Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrorhynchus
ID:
758178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 590 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757511

Common Names

  • Calamus Macrorhynchus
  • Large-Billed Rattan
  • Large-Billed Rattan Palm

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Description

Calamus macrorhynchus (also called Long-Snouted Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm that grows up to 20 m tall. It has a slender trunk and its leaves are pinnate. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus macrorhynchus is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is often used as a culinary herb. It has a mild flavor and is used in salads, soups, and other dishes. It is also known for its medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including indigestion, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calamus macrorhynchus is a white star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus macrorhynchus is a tropical, clumping, evergreen perennial native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows to about 3 feet tall and wide and prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be planted in a warm, moist soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Calamus macrorhynchus

Calamus macrorhynchus can be found in Southeast Asia, in the countries of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Calamus macrorhynchus FAQ

What is the growth habit of Calamus macrorhynchus?

Calamus macrorhynchus is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial with long, narrow leaves.

What is the flower color of Calamus macrorhynchus?

Calamus macrorhynchus has white flowers.

What is the blooming period of Calamus macrorhynchus?

Calamus macrorhynchus blooms from late spring to early summer.

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

Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665218-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.