Calamus minor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 52: 156 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808053
Common Names
- Calamus Minor
- Minor Calamus
- Calamus Small
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamus minor (also called Dwarf Rattan, among many other common names) is a climbing palm species native to India. It has short, slender stems with sharp spines and small, fan-shaped leaves. It is found in rainforests and woodlands in the tropical and subtropical regions of India.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus minor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus minor has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamus minor is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care.
Where to Find Calamus minor
Calamus minor can be found in the south-east of India.
Calamus minor FAQ
What are the light requirements of Calamus minor?
Calamus minor prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal temperature range for Calamus minor?
Calamus minor prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
How often should I water Calamus minor?
Water Calamus minor when the top inch of soil is dry.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346287: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.