Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv. : 595 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757564
Common Names
- Calamus manan
- Manan Rattan
- Manan Cane
Description
Calamus manan (also called Manan Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm native to India and Sri Lanka. It has long, slender stems and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in tropical forests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus manan 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
Calamus manan has small, yellow flowers with six petals that are arranged in a star shape. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves and a single yellow flower.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus manan is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Calamus manan
Calamus manan is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola.
Calamus manan FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus manan?
Calamus manan
What type of plant is Calamus manan?
Calamus manan is a type of palm tree.
Where is Calamus manan native to?
Calamus manan is native to Southeast Asia.
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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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,