Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
manglaensis
ID:
1304274

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Hend. & N.Q.Dung

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 347: 257 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316728

Common Names

  • Calamus manglaensis
  • Mangla cane
  • Mangla rattan

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Description

Calamus manglaensis (also called Mangla Calamus, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a slender palm, growing up to 10 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. Its native regions are in Thailand, and it is found in lowland tropical moist forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus manglaensis is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for weaving baskets and mats. Its leaves are also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Calamus manglaensis are yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus manglaensis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, evergreen palm that can reach up to 10 m (33 ft) in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Calamus manglaensis

Calamus megalocarpus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Calamus manglaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus manglaensis?

Calamus manglaensis

What is the common name of Calamus manglaensis?

Mangrove Rattan

Where is Calamus manglaensis native to?

South 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

Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Nguyen Quoc Dung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Q.Dung' in the authors string.