Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanochaetes
ID:
758445

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk. 11(5): 28 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757778

Common Names

  • Black-Fruited Rattan
  • Black-Fruited Cane
  • Black-Fruited Palm

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Description

Calamus melanochaetes (also called Black-haired Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm native to Southeast Asia. It has long, slender stems with large, glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus melanochaetes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus melanochaetes has small, yellow flowers that form a globe-shaped umbel. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus melanochaetes can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be planted in the spring. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water.

Where to Find Calamus melanochaetes

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

Calamus melanochaetes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus melanochaetes?

Calamus melanochaetes

What is the family of Calamus melanochaetes?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Calamus melanochaetes?

Black-spined Rattan

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,

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