Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart.) H.Wendl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Palmiers : 237 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757587
Common Names
- Calamus manillensis
- Manillensis Rattan
- Manillensis Cane
Uses & Benefits
Calamus manillensis has been used for medicinal purposes, such as to treat fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant leaves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus manillensis 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 manillensis 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 manillensis
Calamus manillensis is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola.
Calamus manillensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus manillensis?
Calamus manillensis
What type of plant is Calamus manillensis?
Calamus manillensis is a type of palm tree.
Where is Calamus manillensis native to?
Calamus manillensis is native to Southeast Asia.
Species in the Calamus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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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,