Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moorei
ID:
1304451

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Dransf.) W.J.Baker

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 197(2): 151 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316905

Common Names

  • Moorei Palm
  • Calamus Palm
  • Calamus Moorei

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Description

Calamus moorei (also called 'Moore's Rattan', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in wet forests. It has long, slender stems and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calamus moorei is used for its edible fruits, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. The leaves are used for thatching roofs and for making baskets and mats. The wood is used for construction, furniture, and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calamus moorei is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have small, round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calamus moorei is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C (28°F).

Where to Find Calamus moorei

Calamus moorei is native to Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, where it is found in moist, tropical forests.

Calamus moorei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calamus moorei?

Calamus moorei

Where is Calamus moorei native to?

Brazil

What is the growth rate of Calamus moorei?

Slow

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

John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
William John Baker (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Baker' in the authors string.