Calamus marginatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Mart. ex Walp.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. iii. 342.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757619
Common Names
- Calamus marginatus
- Marginatus Rattan
- Marginatus Cane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus marginatus (also called Rattan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical forests and mangroves. It is a large, climbing palm, with long, slender stems and pinnate leaves. The flowers are small and yellow-green, and are borne in clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus marginatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in cooking.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus marginatus has small yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single leaf and are thin.
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Calamus marginatus can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.
Where to Find Calamus marginatus
Calamus marginatus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Calamus marginatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamus marginatus?
Calamus marginatus
What is the common name of Calamus marginatus?
Margin rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus marginatus?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast 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
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60459117-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.