Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minahassae
ID:
758672

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warb. ex Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 11(1): 356 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000758005

Common Names

  • Minahassae Cane
  • Calamus Minahassae
  • Minahassae Cane

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Description

Calamus minahassae (also called Minahassa rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm that grows up to 30 m tall. It is native to the Sulawesi region of Indonesia, and is found in lowland and montane rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus minahassae is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat skin conditions such as burns, eczema, and psoriasis. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as constipation and indigestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calamus minahassae has small, yellow flowers that are tubular in shape and have six petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus minahassae is a tropical plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is a climbing palm that can grow up to 20 meters in height. It prefers a warm and humid climate and can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, and air layering. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Air layering can be done by wrapping the stem with a moist sphagnum moss and keeping it in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Calamus minahassae

Calamus minahassae can be found in Indonesia.

Calamus minahassae FAQ

What is the optimal soil type for Calamus minahassae?

Calamus minahassae prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.

What is the best way to water Calamus minahassae?

Calamus minahassae should be watered deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

How much sunlight does Calamus minahassae need?

Calamus minahassae prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

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

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:665253-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.