Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 2: 211 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000758142
Common Names
- Calamus moseleyanus
- Moseley's Rattan
- Moseley Rattan
Description
Calamus moseleyanus (also called Moseley's Rattan, among many other common names) is a species of rattan palm native to Southeast Asia, India, and China. It is a climbing palm, growing up to 20 m tall, with stems up to 10 cm in diameter. It is found in tropical rainforests, growing in the understory and in the canopy, and in the mountains up to an altitude of 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Calamus moseleyanus has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food and medicine. The plant has many benefits, such as providing a natural source of vitamins and minerals, aiding in digestion, and helping to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calamus moseleyanus has yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamus moseleyanus is a tropical plant that prefers warm, humid climates and bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or division of the root system. Seeds can also be used, but they require a long germination period.
Where to Find Calamus moseleyanus
Calamus moseleyanus is native to India and is found in tropical forests in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and West Bengal.
Calamus moseleyanus FAQ
What is the common name of Calamus moseleyanus?
Moseley's Rattan
What is the natural habitat of Calamus moseleyanus?
Dry mountain slopes in South Africa
What is the size of Calamus moseleyanus?
Up to 1 m tall
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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,